THE MiX It’s a W.R.A.P. FOUR IMPORTANT PERSONAL PLANNING DOCUMENTS W ill R epresentation Agreement

A dvance Health Care Directive

P ower of Attorney

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The Scrivener: What’s in a Name?

“A professional penman, a copyist, a scribe…a Notary.” Thus the Oxford English Dictionary describes a scrivener, the craftsman charged with ensuring that the written affairs of others flow smoothly, seamlessly, and accurately. Where a scrivener must record the files accurately, it’s the Notary whose Seal is bond.

We chose The Scrivener as the name of our magazine to celebrate the Notary’s role in drafting, communicating, authenticating, and getting the facts straight. We strive to publish articles about points of law and the Notary profession for the education and enjoyment of our members, our allied professionals in business, and the public in British Columbia.

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All rights reserved. Contents may not be reprinted or reproduced without written permission from the publisher. This journal is a forum for discussion, not a medium of official pronouncement. The BC Notaries Association does not, in any sense, endorse or accept responsibility for opinions expressed by contributors.

Legal information contained in The Scrivener is for educational purposes, and should not be taken as advice for the reader's specific circumstances. Please consult a Notary Public or Lawyer (as appropriate) if something in this issue applies to your personal situation.

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