Powers of Attorney
   If there is at least one person whom you trust to make medical decisions on your behalf when you cannot speak for yourself, formally designating that person as your agent is the most helpful step you can take in your end-of-life planning.  Each province or territory handles this designating in a different way.  Click below to see details:

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Living Wills
   If there is no one whom you trust to make medical decisions on your behalf, a living will can speak for you to some extent.  By giving a detailed presentation of your personal values, it can also be a helpful reminder to your agent, if you do have one.

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