Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General. Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee
- Description
- Manages financial and/or personal affairs of persons who are mentally incapable where no one else is able to do so
- makes medical treatment decisions for persons who are mentally incapable where no one else is able to do so
- investigates allegations of serious harm against vulnerable adults
- administers certain estates of persons who die without a will and without any family in Ontario
- deals forfeited personal property not located in, on or under forfeited land
- as the Accountant of the Superior Court of Justice retains all money, mortgages and securities paid into, or lodged with, the Court on behalf of minors and litigants
- protects the public interest in charitable property
- invests perpetual care funds of some cemeteries
- free power of attorney kits -- contact local office or visit website
- brochures available online
- Eligibility
- No restrictions
- Application Process
- Not applicable
- Documents Required
- May vary; contact for information
- Toll Free
- 1-800-891-0504
- Office
- 416-314-2800 - Collect Calls
- Fax
- 416-314-2619
- TTY
- 1-833-813-5696
- Web Site
- https://www.ontario.ca/page/office-public-guardian-and-trustee
- [email protected]
- Mailing Address
- Atrium on Bay, 595 Bay St
Suite 800
Toronto, ON, M5G 2M6
Canada - Languages
- English, French
- Fees
- None
- Topic(s)
- Agency Information
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- Last Updated On
- March 25, 2026
- Last Verified On
- May 7, 2025
- Address
- Atrium on Bay, 595 Bay St, Suite 800
Toronto, ON, M5G 2M6
Cross street: Bay St and Dundas St W
Open in Google Maps - Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door ; Designated parking in underground lot and automatic entrance
- Hours of Operation
- Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pmMon8:30 am to 5:00 pmTue8:30 am to 5:00 pmWed8:30 am to 5:00 pmThu8:30 am to 5:00 pmFri8:30 am to 5:00 pm
- Service Area(s)
- Ontario
