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Dial-a-Law: Powers of Attorney and Representation Agreements

People’s Law School
Explains how to prepare for the possibility of one day needing someone to help you make decisions about your health care, legal affairs, or finances. Topics include power of attorney, enduring power of attorney, and representation agreements.
Last reviewed November 2025
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Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA)

Nidus Registry
Explains an enduring power of attorney, which is a type of POA that continues even if you become incapable after you make it.
Last reviewed November 2025
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Representation Agreements

People’s Law School
Presenters in this webinar discuss what you need to know about representation agreements.
Last reviewed November 2025
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Representation Agreements (RAs)

Nidus Registry
This page includes information about RA7 and RA9 representation agreements. It includes frequently asked questions and a PDF overview that introduces the two types of agreements and answers common questions.
Last reviewed November 2025
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Help with a Standard Representation Agreement

People’s Law School
Practical information on how standard representation agreements can be used and how to prepare one. Learn about your rights and options for changing or ending one, and eight important reasons why someone may want to prepare one.
Last reviewed November 2025
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Procedures to Revoke (Cancel) a Representation Agreement

Nidus Registry
Explains what is legally required for a valid revocation (cancellation) of an existing representation agreement. Note that making a new agreement does not automatically revoke a previous one. A Notice of Revocation form is also provided.
Last reviewed November 2025
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Powers of Conservation Officers

BC Civil Liberties Association
This fact sheet tells you about the roles and responsibilities of Conservation Officers, their powers, and steps you can take if you believe your rights have been violated.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Separation Agreements: Your Rights and Options

West Coast LEAF
Explains the law about fair division of family property or debt when spouses separate, and what you can do if you believe your agreement is unfair. It explains how to prepare a financial statement for court, how to manage your case and work with a lawyer, and where to get free legal help.
Last reviewed July 2024
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Dial-a-Law: Marriage Agreements and Cohabitation Agreements

People’s Law School
A marriage or cohabitation agreement can set out how couples will deal with issues that come up if their relationship ends, but also with issues during the relationship such as property and debts. This page talks about what an agreement covers and doesn’t cover, legal requirements, and how to change one.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Agreements

Family Law in BC (Justice Education Society)
General information about making a separation agreement to cover how you’re going to deal with parenting, property, child and spousal support, and other family issues. Also discusses cohabitation or marriage agreements while you’re living together.
Last reviewed March 2024