Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General - London Office - Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee

Program:

Phone Numbers:

519-660-3140

Toll-Free:

1-800-891-0504

Fax:

Finance and Property Division: 519-660-3148
Treatment Decisions: 519-439-2238

Website:

www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt

Address:

London Courthouse
80 Dundas St
London, ON
N6A 6A3

Intersection:

Ridout St N and Dundas St

Location:

London (Central)

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Service Description:

Helps to protect the rights and interests of mentally incapable adults who have no one else to act on their behalf in accordance with the Substitute Decisions Act (SDA)

The office is responsible for:

protecting mentally incapable people
protecting the public's interest in charities (including complaints about charities)
searching for heirs of estates administered by the office
investing perpetual care funds

Guardianship Investigation and Provision - Investigates situations in which an adult is alleged to be mentally incapable and suffering, or at risk of suffering, serious harm as a result * makes decisions (decision maker of last resort) about financial affairs, medical treatment and admission to long-term care for adults who are mentally incapable of doing so when there is no one else, such as a family member, willing and able to provide this service * appoints guardians and will serve as court-appointed representative in litigation cases

Power of Attorney - Kits are available that help you appoint the person you want to make decisions for you when you are no longer able to do so for yourself

Fees:

Varies per service

Application:

Call or visit website * website provides information and kits online

Eligibility - Population(s) Served:

Adults 18 years and older, who appear to be mentally incapable or have been assessed as mentally incapable

Languages:

English

Language Note:

Interpretation services available upon request

Area(s) Served:

Southwestern Ontario