It's becoming increasingly common for Canadians to hold assets overseas. Often, they are dual citizens who moved to Canada and still hold family assets in another country, snowbirds who own a vacation house abroad, or Canadian international students who have…
As part of proactive estate planning, it is often a good idea to appoint a power of attorney (POA). A POA is authorized to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf. The primary purpose is to have someone ready…
Unfortunately, it’s common that at some point in your life you will require someone else to make decisions on your behalf – whether those decisions are financial, legal or health related. Before an illness or injury renders you incapable, you…
As people get older, it is generally recommended that they appoint a power of attorney (POA). Without fully understanding the extent of the duties and responsibilities, people often accept the role, intending to be as helpful as possible during difficult…
Old age, injury, and mental illness are some factors that can leave an adult incapable of making legally binding decisions. Before a person loses capacity, they can name a power of attorney and create a representation agreement in their will.…
