Personal Affidavit

Written & Sworn Statements

What Is An Affidavit?

An affidavit is a legal document that is used to support sworn statements. It can be verified by the signature of the person who has signed it, and those who have witnessed this signature. This document must also include a statement of truthfulness. In some cases, an affidavit will state that one’s testimony is true under penalty of perjury which means they could face punishment for lying about or misrepresenting the facts in their statement. There are many different types of affidavits such as adoption affidavits, court order affidavits, etc.  All Canadians need to know what an affidavit is because it may come up in everyday life situations such as: buying a house or filing taxes with Revenue Canada (Canada Revenue Agency)

Kinds Of Affidavit

An affidavit is a sworn statement that can be presented in court as evidence. There are two types: an affidavit of truth and an affidavit to establish probable cause. The former is used by people with knowledge of the facts, such as witnesses or experts, to testify about what they have seen or heard. The latter type establishes that there are enough grounds for a warrant, search warrant, etc., so it’s only signed by law enforcement officials.

How To Make Your Affidavit Official in Canada? 

Canada Business Lawyers will provide you with the template of the affidavit.  After you fill out the required fields simply bring the document to a local notary to have it sealed. If you need help writing an affidavit or looking for a custom document, book a free online consultation and get a quote. 

Common Types of Personal Affidavit in Canada

Personal Affidavit FAQ