Glossary

In Wills and Powers of Attorney

An affidavit is a document with statements that a person says are true. The person making the statements signs the affidavit after they swear or promise to tell the truth. They do this in front of a commissioner for taking affidavits like a lawyer or notary.

In Family Law, Income Assistance, Tribunals and Courts, Wills and Powers of Attorney

Assets, sometimes called property, are things that you own. For example, assets include cars, real estate, registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs), and any savings you have.