Affidavits
Affidavit of Service (General)
A sworn affidavit proving that court or legal documents were served on another party, including how, when, and where. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- Proof of Service
- Sworn Statement of Service
- Certificate of Service
+2 more names
- Affidavit of Service of Documents
- Proof of Service Affidavit Ontario
COURT FILE NUMBER
BETWEEN:
______ (Applicant)
AND
______ (Respondent)
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE
I, ______, residing in the City of ______, in the Province of ______, DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR AND STATE:
1. I delivered to ______ on ______ the following document(s) relating to this proceeding:
Document served: ______
2. The above-listed documents were served by the following method: ______
Signed and sworn (or affirmed/declared) before me by videoconference in Ottawa, Ontario, while the Affiant(s)/Declarant(s) were located in ______________________, on ______________________, pursuant to O. Reg. 431/20, and Electronic Commerce Act, 2000.
______________________________ | ______________________________ |
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01Your Information
Your Full Name
Court File Number
Name of the Court
COURT FILE NUMBER
BETWEEN:
______ (Applicant)
AND
______ (Respondent)
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE
I, ______, residing in the City of ______, in the Province of ______, DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR AND STATE:
1. I delivered to ______ on ______ the following document(s) relating to this proceeding:
Document served: ______
2. The above-listed documents were served by the following method: ______
Signed and sworn (or affirmed/declared) before me by videoconference in Ottawa, Ontario, while the Affiant(s)/Declarant(s) were located in ______________________, on ______________________, pursuant to O. Reg. 431/20, and Electronic Commerce Act, 2000.
______________________________ | ______________________________ |
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Overview
About this document
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What is an affidavit of service?
An affidavit of service — also called proof of service or a sworn statement of service — is a written, sworn confirmation by the person who delivered documents that service was carried out. It is sworn before a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits.
It gives the court reliable evidence that the other party received the documents, which protects everyone’s right to notice and lets the proceeding continue.
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When you need proof of service
Most legal and court processes require an affidavit of service to be filed once documents are delivered.
- Serving a claim, application, motion, or notice on another party.
- Filing proof of service with a court or tribunal before a hearing.
- Confirming delivery by personal service, mail, courier, or email.
- Documenting service in a small claims, family, civil, or administrative matter.
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What to record on the affidavit
State who served the documents, exactly which documents were served, and the full date, time, and place of service. Describe the method of service — in person, by mail, by courier, or by email — and identify the person who was served.
Accurate, specific detail matters: the court relies on this affidavit to confirm proper notice, so vague entries can hold up your matter.
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How to notarize a affidavit of service in Ontario
Once you have filled in your affidavit of service and downloaded the PDF, do not sign it yet. An affidavit or statutory declaration must be signed in the presence of a notary public or a commissioner for taking affidavits, who administers your oath or solemn affirmation before you sign.
Minute Notary commissions your affidavit of service either online by secure video, under Ontario's remote commissioning rules (O. Reg. 431/20), or in person in Ottawa. Bring valid government-issued photo identification so we can confirm who you are before we apply the notary seal.
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Short notes from our notary on this template. Worth a minute before you start.
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Reviewed for use in Ontario by a notary public and commissioner for taking affidavits.
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Fill it in online for free and download a ready-to-sign PDF — no account required.
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Sign in front of the notary, who administers your oath or affirmation and applies the seal.
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Notarize online by video across Ontario, or in person in Ottawa.
Frequently asked
Questions about the Affidavit of Service (General)
- What is an affidavit of service used for?
- It is sworn proof that you delivered court or legal documents to another party. Courts and tribunals require it to confirm the other side received proper notice before a matter proceeds.
- Who can swear an affidavit of service?
- The person who actually served the documents swears it, confirming from personal knowledge how, when, and where service took place.
- Can I notarize an affidavit of service online in Ontario?
- Yes. You can swear it online by video under Ontario’s remote commissioning rules, or in person in Ottawa with Minute Notary.
- Is this the same as a court Form 6B or 8A affidavit of service?
- It serves the same purpose as a general proof of service. Some courts require their own prescribed form; check the rules for your specific court or tribunal.
- What details do I need to include?
- Identify the documents served, the person served, and the exact date, time, place, and method of service. Specific detail helps the court accept your proof of service.
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