An affidavit is based upon either the personal knowledge of the affiant or his or her information and belief. Personal knowledge is the recognition of particular facts by either direct observation or experience. Information and belief is what the affiant feels he or she can state as true, although not based on firsthand knowledge.
An affidavit is a written statement of facts voluntarily made by an affiant under an oath or affirmation administered by a person authorized to do so by law.
A notary, also known as a notary public, is a public servant who is appointed by the provincial government to act as an unbiased witness when essential documents are signed. For customers who require documents notarized, most banks and credit unions have a notary public on staff.
Yes! To add credibility and support the authenticity of your Certificate of Independent Legal Advice, notarizing it is an important step in the process. Get started now and have your document notarized online in just 4 simple steps! Review and approve the document we generate based on the information you provided.
Yes, remote commissioning (online notary service or online notarization) of affidavits, oaths and statutory declarations is legal pursuant to O Reg 431/20, Administering Oath or Declaration Remotely, a regulation under the Commissioners for Taking Affidavits Act.
In Canada, individuals who can notarize documents include lawyers, notary publics, and other professionals authorized by provincial or territorial law. Each professional category comes with specific legal authority and limitations.
A notary, also known as a notary public, is a public servant who is appointed by the provincial government to act as an unbiased witness when essential documents are signed. For customers who require documents notarized, most banks and credit unions have a notary public on staff.
To have your notarized copies made of your foreign documents, you must bring the original documents to a notary public. The documents can be in any language. The notary will imprint their seal and signature on the document, and provide a stamp indicating that it is a true copy of the original document.
You will need to take your original document to a Notary Public and they will make the copy, making a statement on the copy that it is a “Certified True Copy” of the original, and include their signature and embossed seal. If you do not have access to a Canadian Notary Public, we can help!
