Alberta Revocation of Power of Attorney

Make your Enduring Power of Attorney with this template form for the Province of Alberta.

Why should I make a power of attorney?

The Enduring Power of Attorney ("EPA") allows you to name someone you trust to act as your attorney or agent, to manage your property and financial affairs if you are not able to do so. The attorney's authority would include real estate, bank accounts, investments, corporate shares, taxes, bill payment and collection.

What does "enduring power of attorney" mean?

The powers granted in this document are enduring, which means that they remain in effect until your death or until you revoke them. You can specify if the EPA will take effect immediately or only after a specified future event, such as if you become mentally incapable of making decisions for yourself.

Does this power of attorney include health care decisions?

No. This document DOES NOT give your attorney the authority to make health care or other medical decisions for you. You will need to make a Personal Directive for that purpose.

What is included in this form?

The Alberta Enduring Power of Attorney contains instructions on how the document must be signed and witnessed, as well as general notes on making a power of attorney in Alberta.

The package also includes two forms of Affidavit of Attestation for the witness. One is for witnessing the donor's signature and one is for witnessing someone else signing on behalf of the donor.

Format and Use of the Template

This Enduring Power of Attorney template is available in MS Word format and can be used by more than one person in your household. Pay once, use as often as needed.

This legal form template is only to be used by persons who are residents of the Province of Alberta, Canada.

What would happen if you suddenly became unable to look after yourself? Make your wishes known ahead of time with this Personal Directive form for Alberta residents.

• In a Personal Directive (sometimes called an advance health care directive or a living will), you appoint someone you trust as your agent to make personal care decisions on your behalf if you have been determined to lack capacity to make those decisions for yourself.
• Using this form you can give your agent detailed instructions and set out your wishes regarding:
  • health care,
  • accommodation,
  • persons you can live and associate with,
  • participation in social activities,
  • educational activities,
  • employment activities,
  • legal matters, and
  • other non-financial personal matters.
• This Personal Directive is a free fillable PDF form from the Government of Alberta, Form OPG5521 rev. 2020-05.

Have you made a Will yet? If you were to die without a Will, your loved ones will have to pay court costs and legal fees to administer your estate.

Why should I make a will?

If you own real estate or other assets, whether in Canada or outside of the country, you need to have a Will to make sure your property is distributed in accordance with your wishes.

What is included in the Canada Legal Will Kit and Estate Plan?

This complete Legal Will Kit and Estate Plan for Canadian residents includes everything you need to make your will:

• Last Will and Testament form, with instructions to help you complete the document. Special instructions for Quebec.
• Guide to Making a Will in Canada, which contains information and things you need to know to help you through the process of preparing your Will.
• Legal Requirements for each province and territory.
• Will Information Sheet which is a checklist of information you will need to compile in order to complete your Will.
• Organ Donor Information.
• Estate Plan and Questionnaire developed by a financial planner, to help you decide how you want all your property, investments, stocks and other assets to be preserved during your lifetime and distributed after your death.
• How to Choose an Executor and a Guardian for Minor Children.
• Affidavit of Execution of Will forms as required for Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Saskatchewan and Yukon.

How do I order the Will Kit?

Just add it to your cart and check out. Your complete Canada Legal Will Kit and Estate Plan will download automatically immediately after purchase.

Are the forms legal across Canada?

This English-language will kit can be used in all provinces and territories. A French-language will is available on request. Please contact our Support Team for details.