Understanding Powers of Attorney in Canada A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that grants one person, known as the attorney, the authority to act on behalf of another person, referred to as the grantor, in specified matters. The primary purpose of a POA is to ensure that the grantor’s affairs can be … Read more
Introduction to Medical Powers of Attorney A Medical Power of Attorney (MPOA) is a vital legal document that empowers an individual, referred to as the “principal,” to designate another person, known as the “agent” or “healthcare proxy,” to make healthcare decisions on their behalf. This arrangement becomes effective when the principal is unable to make … Read more
What is a Digital Power of Attorney? A Digital Power of Attorney (DPOA) is a legal document that grants an appointed individual the authority to manage the digital assets and online accounts of another person. Unlike a traditional power of attorney, which typically covers financial and healthcare decisions, a DPOA specifically focuses on the realm … Read more