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Notarization and commissioning of documents, affidavits, statutory declarations, and invitation letters, prepared and witnessed by a lawyer in Thornhill.
What we do
Notary services at the office
Lawyers in Ontario are notaries public and commissioners for taking affidavits. The firm witnesses signatures, administers oaths, and drafts the sworn documents many applications require.
- Notarization of signatures and documents
- Commissioning of affidavits and sworn statements
- Drafting of affidavits and statutory declarations
- Invitation letters for visitor visa applications
What to bring
For your appointment
- Government photo identification for every person signing
- The document to be signed, unsigned. Sign only in front of the notary
- For invitation letters, the visitor's full name, passport details, relationship to you, and travel dates
- Any instructions from the body that will receive the document
- Translations, if the receiving body requires them
How it typically unfolds
A short visit
Most notary appointments are brief. Call ahead so the office can confirm what you need and have it ready.
Identify
Each signer shows valid photo identification. The notary confirms identity before anything is signed.
Sign and swear
Documents are signed in front of the notary, oaths are administered, and the notary signs and seals.
Use it
You leave with the notarized or commissioned document, ready for the body that asked for it.
Questions people ask
Before you call
General information, not legal advice for your situation.
Can I sign the document before I arrive?
No. The notary must watch you sign. A document signed in advance has to be signed again in the office.
Does the firm draft the affidavit or do I bring my own?
Either. Bring a prepared document if the receiving body supplied one, or the firm drafts the affidavit or declaration with you.
Will a Canadian notarization be accepted abroad?
Many countries require a further authentication step. Since January 2024 Canada issues apostilles under the Hague Convention for countries that are members; others still use legalization through their consulate. Ask the body receiving the document which step it requires.
Do you notarize documents in languages other than English?
The notary must understand what is being sworn. Documents in another language may need a translation and a translator's affidavit; call to confirm before your appointment.
Book a notary appointment
Call the office with the type of document and the number of people signing.