The Adult Guardianship and Co-decision-making Act

The Act sets out the procedures for the appointment of:

• a personal or property guardian for individuals who are incapable of managing their own personal or financial affairs;
• a personal or property co-decision-maker for adults requiring assistance in decision-making but who do not require guardians; and
• temporary personal or property guardians in emergency situations.

An application and a capacity assessment must be made in accordance with the Act. The court determines whether it is appropriate to appoint a guardian or co-decision-maker and what duties and powers need to be exercised by them.