Representation Agreement
Representation Agreement
FACT SHEETS
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PLANNING IS A PROCESS – NIDUS HAS RESOURCES
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RESOURCES ON MAKING
See fact sheets listed above on Overview, RA7 and RA9.
Representation Agreement forms – watch Getting Started
There are different Agreements and forms for different situations. Make sure you know which one fits. Click to watch short video.
RESOURCES ON SAFEKEEPING
Registering
Read how-to-instructions. If no existing Registry Account, the first step is to Create an Account and then make a registration.
RESOURCES ON SUBSTITUTION – E.g. alternate replaces a representative
Confirmation of Substitution Form
If a representative is temporarily or permanently unable to act or continue to act, then the alternate appointed in the Representation Agreement will need to take the place of the representative. Use this form to indicate the alternate’s authority to act. This form is designed to work with Nidus Representation Agreement Forms.
RESOURCES ON CHANGES
Making Changes to a Representation Agreement
NEVER make changes on your original. Do you need to change an address or phone number? Do you need to change a person? Find out the requirements and what to do.
Resigning as a Representative or Alternate Named in a Representation Agreement
Resigning as a Monitor Named in a Representation Agreement
Revoking a Representation Agreement
RESOURCES ON USING
Access to Information and Representation Agreements
Lifespan of a Representation Agreement
What can I do if RA7 has authority for routine management of financial affairs?
Definition of Routine Management of Financial Affairs
Routine management of financial affairs is one of the areas of authority available in a Representation Agreement with Section 7 standard powers. This area of authority is defined in the Regulations that accompany the Representation Agreement Act. Click on the link (title) to read the definition.
Comparison Chart for Financial & Legal Affairs – more detail on what is covered by RA7
Documents made outside BC
What if I made my planning documents in another country or province? Can I use these in BC?
OTHER LANGUAGES
Fact sheet in Chinese on Personal Planning and Representation Agreements. Uses example of a couple – spouse has dementia, other spouse is caregiver. This fact sheet was produced through discussions with Chinese-speaking seniors and leaders in the community.
This information is provided in Spanish. It discusses which legal documents you need in place when planning for your future as well as which legal document you can make if you need help today if your capability is in question due to dementia or other illness.
OTHER REFERENCES
Amendments and Representation Agreements made before September 1, 2011
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