Canada Evidence Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-5)

Marginal note:Solemn affirmation by witness instead of oath

• 14 (1) A person may, instead of taking an oath, make the following solemn affirmation:

  I solemnly affirm that the evidence to be given by me shall be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

• Marginal note:Effect

  (2) Where a person makes a solemn affirmation in accordance with subsection (1), his evidence shall be taken and have the same effect as if taken under oath.