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A Power of Attorney grants someone you trust the legal authority to make decisions and act on your behalf. We witness and notarize POA documents to ensure they meet Ontario's legal requirements for validity.
About This Service
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows you (the 'grantor' or 'donor') to appoint another person (the 'attorney' - not necessarily a lawyer) to make decisions and act on your behalf. In Ontario, there are two main types: a Continuing Power of Attorney for Property, which covers financial and property matters and remains valid even if you become mentally incapable, and a Power of Attorney for Personal Care, which covers health care and personal decisions when you cannot make them yourself. These are crucial estate planning documents that ensure your affairs can be managed if you become ill, incapacitated, or simply unavailable. Creating a POA while you are mentally capable is essential - once you lose capacity, it's too late to grant one. We witness the signing of POA documents and can notarize them if required, ensuring they meet Ontario's legal requirements.
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Why It Matters
Life can be unpredictable. Illness, accidents, travel, or simply being unavailable can create situations where someone else needs to act on your behalf. Without a valid Power of Attorney, your family may face significant legal obstacles to manage your finances, pay your bills, make medical decisions, or handle your affairs. In Ontario, if you become incapacitated without a POA, your loved ones may need to apply to the court to become your guardian - a costly, time-consuming process that can take months. Creating a POA while you're healthy and mentally capable is an act of love and responsibility. It ensures that if something happens, the person you trust most can step in immediately to protect your interests, without court intervention or delays.
Simple Process
Our straightforward process ensures you get your documents notarized quickly and correctly.
Have your Power of Attorney document prepared by a lawyer who can ensure it meets your specific needs and Ontario's legal requirements. Bring the unsigned document.
Present your valid government-issued photo ID. The notary/witness verifies you are the person named as the grantor in the POA.
The witness must be satisfied that you understand what a POA is, what you're granting, and that you're signing of your own free will without coercion.
Sign the POA document in the presence of the required witness(es). Ontario has specific witness requirements that must be followed.
If the POA requires notarization (often for use with financial institutions or outside Ontario), the Notary Public applies their seal and signature.
Before Your Visit
Please ensure you have the following items when you visit.
Helpful Advice
Follow these tips to ensure a smooth and efficient notarization experience.
While we can witness and notarize POAs, we strongly recommend having a lawyer prepare the document to ensure it meets your specific needs and is legally valid.
Your attorney will have significant power over your affairs. Choose someone trustworthy, capable, and willing to act in your best interests.
Most estate planning lawyers recommend having both a Continuing POA for Property AND a POA for Personal Care to cover all situations.
You can only create a POA while mentally capable. Once you lose capacity, it's too late. Plan ahead while you're healthy.
Is This For You?
This service is commonly needed by the following groups.
Essential for estate planning and ensuring your affairs can be managed if health issues arise. Having POAs in place provides peace of mind for you and your family.
Ensure your business can continue operating if you're incapacitated, traveling, or otherwise unavailable to make critical decisions.
If you're often abroad, a POA allows someone to handle urgent matters at home - banking, property issues, or emergencies.
If you own property, have bank accounts, investments, or other assets, a POA ensures they can be managed if you cannot do so yourself.
Once your child turns 18, you no longer have automatic authority over their affairs. An adult child should consider granting POA to parents for emergencies.
Transparent Pricing
Clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees.
Witness POA for Property
Standard witnessing
Witness POA for Personal Care
Standard witnessing
Both POAs (same person)
Package pricing
Notarization of POA
If required by institution
A Notary Public can witness and notarize Power of Attorney documents but cannot provide legal advice about their contents or effect. We strongly recommend having a lawyer prepare your POA to ensure it meets your specific needs and Ontario's legal requirements. The grantor must be mentally capable at the time of signing, and a POA cannot be created for someone who has already lost capacity.
Common Questions
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