What is…?

Not sure what something means?

Scroll through our “What is…?” pages for plain-language explanations of common terms you’ll come across in estate planning, real estate and notarial work in British Columbia.

What is a Will in BC?

A Will is a legal document that gives instructions about what happens to your estate after your death. This BC Notary explanation covers what a Will does, when it takes effect, executors and how Wills fit with other estate planning documents in British Columbia.

What is an Advance Directive in BC?

An Advance Directive lets an adult give instructions about future health care decisions if they later become incapable of making those decisions. This BC Notary explanation covers how Advance Directives work in British Columbia and how they differ from Powers of Attorney and Representation Agreements.