Charges & matters we handle
- Review of involuntary admission
- Capacity to consent to treatment
- Capacity to manage property
- Substitute decision-maker disputes
- Community Treatment Order reviews
What the Board decides
Among other things, the Board can review whether the criteria for involuntary admission are met and whether a person is capable of consenting to a proposed treatment. A finding of incapacity does not end the matter — it can be reviewed and, in some cases, appealed.
How we help
We explain the issue to be decided, the timelines, and your options, and we represent you at the hearing — testing the evidence and advancing your position on capacity or detention.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Consent and Capacity Board decide?
The Board decides issues including whether a person meets the test for involuntary admission and whether a person is capable of consenting to treatment or managing property. Its hearings are time-sensitive.
Can a Board decision be appealed?
In many cases a decision of the Board can be appealed to the Superior Court. Strict timelines apply, so prompt advice is important.
Related practice areas
- Mental Health LawRepresentation for individuals navigating the mental health system — detention, treatment, and your rights under Ontario's mental health legislation.
- Ontario Review BoardRepresentation at Ontario Review Board hearings for those found Not Criminally Responsible (NCR) or unfit to stand trial.
- Wills & Powers of AttorneyWills and powers of attorney for property and personal care, so your wishes are clear and your loved ones are protected.
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This page provides general legal information only; it is not legal advice and does not create a solicitor–client relationship. Outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.