RA Forms

Representation Agreement Forms

GET STARTED Requirements for BC:

1. Capability – the traditional definition is that the person the Agreement is about must be capable to understand  in order to make RA9, types of power of attorney, Will).  The RA7 has a different definition of capability – an adult may make a Representation Agreement section 7 even if their mental capability to understand is in question.  
2. Age – the age of adulthood in British Columbia is 19 years. Everyone involved in the Representation Agreement MUST be 19 years or older – including the person it belongs to.

Nidus provides free Representation Agreement forms in 3 different sections of the website – depending on your situation. Read carefully.

A Representation Agreement is a LEGAL DOCUMENT. The forms provided by Nidus meet the requirements of the law and practical needs. Follow the INSTRUCTIONS to make a valid document. A medical assessment or legal professional is NOT required.

CLICK ONE OF THE THREE HEADINGS BELOW – REVIEW WHAT APPLIES

1) Making & Registering a RA7 

— for special needs adults

For adults whose capability to ‘understand’ is in question due to:

• A disability from birth, or
• An illness/injury from childhood.

For youth transitioning to adulthood and older adults with developmental disability.

Need to cover all 4 life areas? Look for Basic RA7All. Be sure to read Instructions to complete a valid form.

Is the PGT managing the adult’s finances? Use the Basic RA7H+P (to cover minor and major health care and personal care only). Read Instructions.

For more options like a Custom RA7, click main heading above at 1) or go to www.nidus.ca – click FIRST photo/heading.

2) Making & Registering a RA9

— I am considered capable to understand so I can make an RA9

For adults who are capable to understand the nature and consequences of the RA9 document – at the time of making it. Make it now, if capable, BEFORE a health crisis so it can be used later if you need help.

See Basic RA9 and be sure to read the RA9 Instructions for making a valid form.

The RA9 does NOT include financial authorities. At the page for the RA9 form, scroll down for the information about covering Financial and Legal affairs.

For more options like a Custom RA9, click main heading above at 2) or go to www.nidus.ca – click MIDDLE photo/heading.

For adults whose capability to ‘understand’ is in question due to illness or injury in adulthood. These adults were capable at one time to make an RA9 and an Enduring Power of Attorney, and not considered capable to make them now. But they need help in some or all life areas.

Need to cover all 4 life areas? Use the Basic RA7All. Be sure to read Instructions to complete a valid form.

Is the PGT managing the adult’s finances? Or, did the adult make an Enduring Power of Attorney when capable to understand and it is still feasible? Use the Basic RA7H+P (to cover minor and major health care and personal care only). Be sure to read Instructions.

For more options like a Custom RA7, click main heading above at 3) or go to www.nidus.ca – click THIRD photo/heading.

Want to help Nidus?

Nidus does not receive funding for core activities such as providing free education and forms. You can help Nidus and yourself by registering the completed Agreement (information with the forms) and by making a donation (tax receipt provided).