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Urgent guardianship and trusteeship orders : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA)

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This two-page fact sheet explains the process for applying for an urgent order for guardianship and trusteeship if urgent decisions need to be made, in cases such as immediate risk of death or... More ≫

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This two-page fact sheet explains the process for applying for an urgent order for guardianship and trusteeship if urgent decisions need to be made, in cases such as immediate risk of death or serious physical or mental harm.

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Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee annual report

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The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee, a branch of Alberta Seniors, Community and Social Services, provides services, tools and support for personal and financial matters to vulnerable... More ≫

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The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee, a branch of Alberta Seniors, Community and Social Services, provides services, tools and support for personal and financial matters to vulnerable Albertans and their families. The annual report presents information about the OPGT goals and progress made in reaching them.

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Personal directives : choosing now for the future [2021 to current]

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A personal directive is a legal document you write in case you cannot make your own personal decisions in the future. This brochure describes how to write a personal directive and instruct someone... More ≫

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A personal directive is a legal document you write in case you cannot make your own personal decisions in the future. This brochure describes how to write a personal directive and instruct someone you trust to make decisions for you.

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Protective measures and investigations : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA) [2021 to current]

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When an authorized decision-maker is not doing their job properly, the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA) provides protective measures. This brochure explains how to make a complaint... More ≫

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When an authorized decision-maker is not doing their job properly, the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA) provides protective measures. This brochure explains how to make a complaint about a legal decision-maker, and what happens during an investigation.

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Understanding personal directives [2022 to current]

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A personal directive is a legal document that lets someone appoint a trusted person to make personal, nonfinancial decisions if they lose mental capacity. This sheet outlines what a personal... More ≫

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A personal directive is a legal document that lets someone appoint a trusted person to make personal, nonfinancial decisions if they lose mental capacity. This sheet outlines what a personal directive is, the types of decisions it covers, considerations before creating one, and who can act as an agent.

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Specific decision-making : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA) [2021]

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This fact sheet explains specific decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. Specific decision-making is designed to provide timely and effective decision-making services... More ≫

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This fact sheet explains specific decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. Specific decision-making is designed to provide timely and effective decision-making services for adults who do not have the capacity to provide informed consent for health care decisions or temporary admission to, or discharge from, a residential facility.

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Your personal and financial decisions matter

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The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT) provides information, education and support to vulnerable Albertans and their families related to personal and financial matters. OPGT also... More ≫

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The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT) provides information, education and support to vulnerable Albertans and their families related to personal and financial matters. OPGT also provides information and education to Albertans on the tools they can use to safeguard their future personal and financial matters.

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Informal trusteeship : Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee

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People who suffer from a mental disability may need help managing their finances. The amount of assistance they need depends on their disability, what needs to be managed and who is willing and... More ≫

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People who suffer from a mental disability may need help managing their finances. The amount of assistance they need depends on their disability, what needs to be managed and who is willing and able to assist them. If the disabled person has minimal assets and only needs help managing a monthly government cheque, trusteeship can be arranged with the government department issuing the cheque. This type of trusteeship is commonly called informal trusteeship. There are no Court costs involved and the informal trustee is only accountable to the department that issues the cheque and not the Court.

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The Public Trustee as the representative of a deceased person's estate : Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee

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When no appropriate person or corporation is found to handle a deceased person’s estate, the Public Trustee will be called upon as a last resort. When a minor or a represented adult has an... More ≫

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When no appropriate person or corporation is found to handle a deceased person’s estate, the Public Trustee will be called upon as a last resort. When a minor or a represented adult has an interest in a deceased person’s property and financial assets, the Public Trustee may be called upon to be the personal representative of the estate. This happens when there is no will and the minor or represented adult is the closest next-of-kin in Alberta or when an executor cannot be found and no adult beneficiaries are found in Alberta. Find out the steps involved in administering an estate.

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Tips for newly appointed trustees : Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee

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Being appointed trustee is no small task and you should be commended for your commitment to helping others in time of need. Now that you’re a trustee, there are many rules you’ll need to follow.... More ≫

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Being appointed trustee is no small task and you should be commended for your commitment to helping others in time of need. Now that you’re a trustee, there are many rules you’ll need to follow. The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee has developed this booklet to help you through your first days of being a trustee.

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