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Does a general Power of Attorney have to be in any particular form for use in BC?

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Does a general Power of Attorney have to be in any particular form for use in BC?

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BC’s Power of Attorney Act does prescribe a form of document and allows for either the appointment of one attorney or for the appointment of more than one attorney. Financial Institutions may have their own forms of PA to be used internally regarding their client’s accounts but they are not for general or widespread use, only specific to that particular bank or credit union. Does my Power of Attorney need to be registered? Until recently, there was no registry specifically established to record the existence of PA arrangements. The Nidus Registry now fills that role, but registration is optional. A PA can also be registered at the Land Title Office and, in fact, it must be registered if it is to be used in a real property transaction. Can my attorney make binding decisions regarding my personal or medical care? No. The authority granted in a PA is more in the area of business and financial matters. It does not include the power to make personal, medical or life decisions on your behalf

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