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Understanding enduring powers of attorney : Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee

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An Enduring Power of Attorney is an important legal document you can use to appoint someone to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf. If you are the one passing the authority to... More ≫

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An Enduring Power of Attorney is an important legal document you can use to appoint someone to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf. If you are the one passing the authority to someone else you are called the donor. The person you pass the authority to is called the attorney. An Enduring Power of Attorney is “enduring” because an attorney’s power continues in force even if, or comes into effect after, the donor becomes mentally incapacitated.

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Hiring a lawyer to help you apply for trusteeship : Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee

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Describes the benefits of hiring a lawyer when applying for trusteeship under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. A lawyer can help potential trustees through the process and help them... More ≫

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Describes the benefits of hiring a lawyer when applying for trusteeship under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. A lawyer can help potential trustees through the process and help them understand their responsibilities and even some options they may have. Provides tips on hiring a lawyer, what to discuss when setting up a trusteeship, and how to handle the represented adult's investments, gifts, wills and accounts.

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Information sheet. Making payments

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To avoid collection action, late penalties and interest, it is important that debtors select a payment method that ensures payments are received by the Maintenance Enforcement Program (MEP) on or... More ≫

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To avoid collection action, late penalties and interest, it is important that debtors select a payment method that ensures payments are received by the Maintenance Enforcement Program (MEP) on or before the court-ordered due date. This information sheet details the best ways to ensure that your payments are made in full and on time.

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A domestic violence handbook for police services and Crown prosecutors in Alberta [2014]

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Because domestic violence can and does have disastrous consequences for victims and their children, every criminal justice response to a domestic violence incident should be executed with... More ≫

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Because domestic violence can and does have disastrous consequences for victims and their children, every criminal justice response to a domestic violence incident should be executed with sensitivity, diligence and above all, a firm understanding of the issues surrounding domestic violence. By creating and widely distributing this Domestic Violence Handbook, the Alberta government is demonstrating its commitment to eradicating family violence. Alberta’s dedication to ending family violence is ongoing, and as such, this Handbook will be electronically up-dated as the need arises to keep abreast of new developments in family violence research and programming.

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Report to the Attorney General - Public inquiry into the death of James Andrew Stahl

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of James Andrew Stahl, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. See the usage... More ≫

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of James Andrew Stahl, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about public fatality inquiries.

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Victims of family violence : information and rights [2014]

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This booklet describes the rights of victims of family violence and provides information to help victims seek appropriate intervention and assistance. It describes the different types of family... More ≫

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This booklet describes the rights of victims of family violence and provides information to help victims seek appropriate intervention and assistance. It describes the different types of family violence and the cycle of violence. It then goes on to explain what to do if you have been assaulted and what to expect when police become involved. Emergency protection orders are explained, as is the court process and sentencing. Other legal remedies are also listed and explained, including protection orders, peace bonds, and restraining orders. Legal assistance options are also included.

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Report to the Attorney General : public inquiry into the deaths of Jeffrey Dwight Bostick and Jeremy Bostick

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the deaths of Jeffrey Dwight Bostick and Jeremy Bostick, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the deaths.... More ≫

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the deaths of Jeffrey Dwight Bostick and Jeremy Bostick, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the deaths. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about public fatality inquiries.

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Domestic violence police guidelines

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The purpose of these Guidelines is to provide assistance to police services in developing policy and procedure relating to the investigation of domestic violence. It is important for police... More ≫

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The purpose of these Guidelines is to provide assistance to police services in developing policy and procedure relating to the investigation of domestic violence. It is important for police services to consider the best practices outlined in the Guidelines. It is recognized that terms may vary amongst police services in Alberta and across the country, and includes terms such as domestic violence (DV), intimate partner violence (IPV), family violence (FV), domestic conflict, and violence against women (VAW).

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Youth Criminal Justice Protocol

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The intent of the Youth Criminal Justice Protocol is to outline procedures for ongoing interactions between Alberta Human Services Child Intervention staff, including Child and Family Services... More ≫

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The intent of the Youth Criminal Justice Protocol is to outline procedures for ongoing interactions between Alberta Human Services Child Intervention staff, including Child and Family Services Authorities and Delegated First Nation Agencies (hereby referred to as Child Intervention), and Alberta Justice and Solicitor General, and their agents, in dealing with joint clients. The protocol describes how staff should work together collaboratively for the benefit of youth who have joint status, or for those who need the services of Child Intervention but do not have child intervention status. The protocol creates a process for collaborative case planning as well as resolution of day-to-day issues, thereby laying the foundation for good working relationships and for a more effective coordinated provision of services for youth.

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Parenting After Separation (PAS) parent’s guide [2013]

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Parenting After Separation is a six-hour course, offered by Alberta Family Justice for parents and guardians who are separating or divorcing. The purpose of the course is to help parents... More ≫

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Parenting After Separation is a six-hour course, offered by Alberta Family Justice for parents and guardians who are separating or divorcing. The purpose of the course is to help parents understand the legal process of separation (or divorce), the way the children are likely to feel and behave, and what the parents need to know so they can make positive choices about how they will continue to parent their children, separately and together. The course explains how parents can stay focused on what the children need even when it is difficult to do so, whether they were married or never lived together.

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