Most people searching for "online notarization" in Ontario actually need a remotely commissioned affidavit or statutory declaration — which is fully legal and available today under Ontario law.
The short answer: Ontario does not currently permit fully remote notarization for all document types. However, remote commissioning of affidavits and statutory declarations is explicitly permitted under Ontario law — and in most cases, that is exactly what you need.
Ontario Regulation 431/20 (Remote Commissioning of Documents) permanently permits Commissioners for Taking Affidavits to administer oaths and take sworn documents via live two-way video. This applies to affidavits, statutory declarations, and most other sworn statements.
Notarization involving certified true copies, apostilles, or documents for foreign authorities generally still requires in-person attendance with a Notary Public in Ontario. Remote notarization is not yet fully regulated province-wide.
Affidavits, statutory declarations, immigration forms, court documents, and other sworn statements can be legally commissioned via live video call with a verified Commissioner for Taking Affidavits — right now.
The majority of people who search for "online notarization" in Ontario are completing one of these document types — all of which require a Commissioner, not a Notary.
Court affidavits, general-purpose affidavits, affidavits of service, financial affidavits.
IRCC declarations, government program declarations, business and legal declarations.
IRCC applications, sponsor declarations, identity affidavits, support declarations.
Small Claims Court, Ontario Superior Court, Human Rights Tribunal, LTB applications.
Corporate statutory declarations, partnership declarations, director affidavits.
CRA declarations, Ontario government program forms, municipal applications.
15-minute video sessions. Verified Ontario commissioners. From $39.
The entire process takes about 15 minutes and is completed via secure live video — from anywhere in Ontario.
Upload your PDF. You'll answer a few intake questions about the document type and purpose. Documents must be unsigned — you sign during the session in front of your commissioner.
Browse available verified commissioners by language and availability. Choose a time slot — same-day options are often available. Pay securely via Stripe.
Your commissioner will ask to see your government-issued photo ID on camera — driver's licence, passport, or PR card. This is required by Ontario law and logged in the audit trail.
Your commissioner administers the oath or affirmation, then witnesses you sign in real time. The signing timestamp is embedded in the document record.
Your completed document — with the commissioner's electronic seal and jurat — is delivered by email within minutes. Ready to file, submit, or deliver.
Whether you're filing paperwork, supporting an immigration application, or running a business, remote commissioning makes the process fast and accessible.
Filing court documents, completing immigration paperwork, or making declarations for government programs.
Corporate declarations, statutory filings, director affidavits, and other routine legal document needs.
IRCC forms, sponsor declarations, identity affidavits — accepted by immigration authorities since 2020.
Paralegals and lawyers needing quick commissioning for client documents without travel or delay.
We want to be clear about what this service is — and what it is not.
This platform provides commissioning services for affidavits and statutory declarations in accordance with Ontario law, specifically the Commissioners for Taking Affidavits Act, R.S.O. 1990 and Ontario Regulation 431/20.
Commissioners are licensed Ontario lawyers, licensed paralegals, or appointed Commissioners for Taking Affidavits — all verified before conducting sessions.
This platform does not provide notarization services. It does not certify true copies of documents, provide apostilles, or authenticate documents for use abroad. Acceptance of remotely commissioned documents may vary depending on the receiving authority.
If your document requires a Notary Public (e.g., certified true copy for a foreign government), this service is not appropriate. Please confirm requirements with the receiving authority before booking.
15-minute live video sessions with verified Ontario commissioners. Compliant, fast, and delivered straight to your inbox.
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