A signature on paper is often not enough to hold up in a court of law or to finalize an international business deal. Legal documents, financial statements, and travel papers generated in Canada, require notarization and a seal of authentication to fulfill the...
Authenticating and legalizing foreign documents can be complex, particularly for those unfamiliar with the steps involved. However, with the assistance of Zancope Notary, the process will be simple and efficient. The process of notarizing a foreign document in Canada...
There are many good reasons for changing or updating your Will. Here are the most common reasons that we run across. Changes in Legislation Here in British Columbia, Canada, we had a major change in legislation back in 2014. Anyone who had a Will done prior to that...
What is a Notarized Document and who can provide them? Notarized documents are often, but not always, affidavits, sworn statements of facts signed in the presence of a trusted and licensed professional. Some of these documents may be to be used in court. While many...
There are documents commonly used by those who are collecting a pension or governmentretirement benefits from one country while living in another country. These are called Still-Alive Declarations, Life Certificates, Proof of Life, Fe de Vida, Prova de Vida,...
Statutory Declarations and Affidavits Are Not the Same Statutory Declarations and Affidavits are not the same thing, although they are sometimesreferred to interchangeably. While they are similar, they have different uses. Both statutory declarations and affidavits...
A notarized affidavit is a document that contains a sworn statement of facts, signed by the statement maker in the presence of a trusted licensed professional. Affidavits have legal clout, and can be used as evidence in court. Affidavits can be used for different...
A notary and a lawyer both offer professional legal services. How do you know which one is right for you? Find out why a notary may be exactly what you need. How do you know when to consult a notary or lawyer? This is a common question, and it’s a good one. Both...
