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OPGT Resources for capacity assessors

Resources for professionals who have met the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT) requirements to do capacity assessments.

Training and workshops

Training and workshops offered by the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT).

Decision-Making Capacity Assessment Training

The 3-day capacity assessment course is mandatory in order to be designated a capacity assessor by the Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services. Participants will become proficient at completing decision-making capacity assessments in accordance with the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act.

The course takes place from 9 am - 3:30 pm via Microsoft Teams on January 29, 30 and 31, 2025.

This training is only available to:

  • registered social workers
  • registered occupational therapists
  • registered nurses/nurse practitioners
  • registered psychiatric nurses

Additional course details:

  • Space is limited to 45 participants. 
  • Applications are screened according to geographic location and area needs. 
  • There is no cost for the course.

Registration

Applications will be accepted from December 20, 2024 to January 20, 2025.

To apply, complete the Capacity Assessment Training Application form and email it to [email protected].

Get on the OPGT list

For capacity assessors who want their contact information to be listed on this website.

If you’re a designated capacity assessor (not a physician or psychologist)

Fill out this form:

If you're a physician or psychologist

Fill out this form:

Forms

Important information about forms

  • We prefer you complete the forms electronically – use blue ink if you must complete them by hand.
  • Print the forms and submit a hardcopy original – photocopies aren’t accepted.
  • Print all forms single-sided – the court won’t accept double-sided forms.

Fillable PDF forms may not open properly on some mobile devices and web browsers. For help opening the forms, contact PDF form technical support.

Contact

Capacity Assessment Policy Analyst
Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee
Phone: 780-638-3252
Email: [email protected]

OPGT offices

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