A compassionate, clearly written advance directive template for Canadians — so your healthcare wishes are known and respected if you cannot speak for yourself. An advance directive — sometimes called a living will or personal directive — is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give your family. It removes the burden of impossible decisions from the people you love, and ensures that your values and wishes guide your care. What is included: Advance Directive - My Healthcare Wishes A structured document for recording your wishes about medical treatment, life-sustaining measures, resuscitation, artificial nutrition and hydration, palliative care, and organ and tissue donation. Healthcare Proxy Appointment Fields for naming a healthcare proxy — the person authorized to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are incapable of doing so. Includes an alternate proxy option and guidance on choosing the right person. Life-Sustaining Treatment Preferences Clear options for expressing your wishes about CPR, mechanical ventilation, artificial nutrition, dialysis, and other life-sustaining treatments — in plain language without medical jargon. Comfort and Palliative Care Wishes A section for expressing your priorities around pain management, comfort care, and the conditions under which you would or would not want aggressive intervention. Organ and Tissue Donation A section for recording your donation wishes and any specific instructions or limitations. Personal Values Statement An open-text section for expressing the values, beliefs, and quality-of-life considerations that should guide decisions made on your behalf. Execution Block Properly formatted signature and witness fields with instructions for making your advance directive valid in your province. Instructions Guide A compassionate plain-language guide to completing each section, having the conversation with your family and healthcare proxy, and ensuring your document is accessible when it is needed most. Important notice: This template is provided for general informational and organizational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is not a substitute for advice from a qualified lawyer. Laws governing wills, powers of attorney, and advance directives vary by province and territory in Canada. Please consult a licensed lawyer in your jurisdiction before relying on any legal document.