Power of Attorney for Business Owners in British Columbia
A legally valid power of attorney built to British Columbia’s Wills, Estates and Succession Act by a licensed attorney — written with business owners in mind.
What business owners should know
- A business does not run itself while an estate is settled. Without a plan, staff, customers and value can be lost in the gap.
- Say who takes over or winds down the business, and give your executor authority to act quickly.
- A Power of Attorney matters more for owners — incapacity can stop a business as effectively as death.
- Check whether a shareholders' or partnership agreement already governs what happens to your share.
- British Columbia follows British Columbia law — your power of attorney is governed by the Wills, Estates and Succession Act.
- In British Columbia you must be at least 16 years old and mentally capable to make a will — a will made under 16 is not valid (WESA s.36).
- Your will must be signed at its end in the presence of two or more witnesses present at the same time, and signed by those witnesses in your presence (WESA s.37).
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing. No hidden fees, no subscriptions.
Both plans are completely free — pick based on how much customization you need.
Basic Will
Essential estate planning for straightforward needs
No cost, ever
- Last Will & Testament
- Instant PDF download
- Free will & secure vault storage
- Secure cloud vault storage
- AI-guided will builder
- Standard support
Advanced Will
Full customization for complex estate needs
No cost, ever
- Everything in Basic
- Substitute executors
- Pet care provisions
- Cash legacies & specific bequests
- Age-based trusts
- Burial & funeral instructions
- Priority support
Optional Add-ons
Complete Bundle
Every add-on in one discounted package — POA, spousal will, living will, family trust, e-notary, printed delivery and affidavit
Power of Attorney
Power of Attorney documents
$19Spousal Will
Mirrored will for your spouse/partner
$19E-Notary
Electronic notarization of your will
$49Frequently asked questions
Why do business owners need a power of attorney?
A business does not run itself while an estate is settled. Without a plan, staff, customers and value can be lost in the gap.
Is an online power of attorney valid in British Columbia?
Yes, provided it meets the signing and witnessing requirements that apply in British Columbia under the Wills, Estates and Succession Act. We guide you through what is needed.
Do I need a lawyer?
British Columbia law lets you make your own will. Our platform was designed by a licensed attorney. Complex estates still benefit from individual advice.
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