The process of advance care planning, speaking about how best to prepare and plan for end of life is guided by specific legal frameworks based on where you live. In Ontario, advance care planning is guided by the Health Care Consent Act, the Substitute Decision Act and the Mental Health Act.
Long Term Care Homes Act 2007​
Health Care Consent Act 1996
Substitute Decision Act 1992
Mental Health Act 1990

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Advance Care Planning Resources:

The CHPCA national Advance Care Planning Speak Up campaign, including resources and tools
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The HPCO Practical Guide to Health Care consent and advance care planning in Ontario

​Speak Up Ontario

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Funeral Planning Resources

Bereavement Authority of Ontario

Funeral and burial rights in Ontario

Green Burial Canada