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Lineal Descendant

A person who is a direct descendant such as a child to his or her natural parent.

Synonymous with next of kin.

In Co-operative Trust Co., Justice Dielschneider wrote:

"Lineage is a fact. A lineal descendant is a kin, i.e., a blood relative. Lineage deals with one's roots."

References:

  • Co-Operative Trust Co. of Canada v. Saskatchewan 1 WWR 47 (1984, SKQB). aka Re Kowbel and published at 16 ETR 142

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