A new app will allow Nova Scotians to designate a legally valid power of attorney to help protect their financial well-being if the need presents itself.
The provincial government is spending $135,000 for the new app, which was developed through a partnership with the Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia.
People can use the free app to create a power of attorney, ensuring they have a trusted person to manage their finances and property if they become unable to do so themselves.
“The legal landscape is changing, and we are working to ensure Nova Scotians have access to the tools and resources they need. By leveraging technology, we are making it easier for people to navigate the justice system and make informed decisions about their future,” said Becky Druhan, Nova Scotia’s attorney general and minister of Justice, in a news release Wednesday.
The power of attorney app is one of several initiatives underway to modernize and enhance justice services in Nova Scotia.
The new app is the latest addition to the society’s online suite of free, user-friendly estate planning and wellness tools.
“Having a plan in place in the event you can no longer make decisions for yourself is so important – it helps to ensure people and their families are protected. This free tool is a game-changer, empowering Nova Scotians to take control of their future and safeguard their finances,” said Minister of Seniors and Long-Term Care Barbara Adams.
“I urge all, especially older, Nova Scotians, to start the conversation and take the steps they need to protect themselves now, before they need to.”
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