Declaration relating to a neighbourhood nuisance: how does it work?

Describe what you saw or heard with dates and details. Avoid insults, speculation about the neighbour's intentions and legal labels.

In what situations is it requested?

• a complaint to a landlord or a condominium syndicate;
• a complaint to a municipality;
• court action (neighbourhood nuisance, damages);
• supporting a neighbour's complaint as a witness.

What should the declaration contain?

• your identity and address;
• the address and identity of the neighbour concerned, if known;
• the specific facts (dates, times, duration, nature of the nuisance);
• the steps already taken (discussion, notice, complaint);
• a statement of truthfulness.

What if you are only a witness?

A neighbour, tenant or visitor who personally observed the facts can provide a witness declaration separate from that of the person suffering the nuisance.

Sworn witness declaration

Can it be sworn online?

Yes, when the document and situation are eligible for remote oath commissioning, by videoconference.

Online oath commissioning in Québec: how does it work?

Assermentation Express

Assermentation Express is not a tribunal, a municipality or a mediator and does not intervene in a neighbour dispute. This service is limited to receiving the oath or solemn affirmation on a document already prepared.