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General affidavit

An affidavit sets out facts you swear or affirm are true before a commissioner, often for court or formal filings.

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AFFIDAVIT

I, [full legal name], of the City of [city], in the Province of Ontario, [occupation], MAKE OATH AND SAY (or SOLEMNLY AFFIRM) THAT:

1. [First fact within my personal knowledge.]
2. [Second fact. Where a statement is based on information and belief, say so and give the source.]
3. [Refer to any attachment as “Exhibit A to this my affidavit”.]
4. I make this affidavit in support of [purpose] and for no improper purpose.

SWORN (or AFFIRMED) before me at the City of [city], in the Province of Ontario, this [day] day of [month], [year].

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Signature of deponent                          Signature of commissioner

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A Commissioner for Taking Affidavits in and for Ontario

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