Common Notary Services in Ontario

Affidavits

An affidavit is a written statement of facts that you swear or affirm to be true in front of a Notary Public or Commissioner for Taking Affidavits. Affidavits are legal documents and may be used for court, government, immigration, or personal matters.

Common Types of Affidavits in Ontario Include:

• Affidavit of Single Status
  Often required for marriage outside Canada.

• Affidavit of Identity / One and the Same Person
  Used to confirm that two different names refer to the same individual.

• Affidavit of Ownership
  Commonly used for property, vehicles, or personal assets.

• Affidavit for Travel, School, or Immigration Purposes

• Affidavit of Execution of Will or Codicil

• Affidavit of Support or Relationship

During your appointment, the notary public will verify your identity, witness your signature, and commission the affidavit with an official seal.

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Statutory Declarations

Statutory declarations are similar to affidavits but are typically used for non-court matters such as government applications or administrative requirements. Although not usually filed in court, they are still legal documents, and providing false information may result in legal consequences.

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Common Statutory Declarations Include:

• Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union

• Lost Passport Declaration

• Declarations required by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

• Name or identity declarations

• Residency or relationship declarations