Statutory declarations
Have a custom statutory declaration drafted for your situation when no standard template fits, then declare it before a notary. Start online; notarize by video across Ontario or in person in Ottawa.
Also known as
STATUTORY DECLARATION
I, ______, of the City of ______, in the Province of ______, DO SOLEMNLY DECLARE AS FOLLOWS:
My name is ______
I was born on ______ in ______. I am a ______. I currently live at ______.
The purpose of this Statutory Declaration is to ______ and support my application to the ______.
- ______
This solemn declaration is made in support of my submission to ______, and for no other unlawful or improper purpose. I make this solemn declaration conscientiously believing it to be true, and with the understanding that it carries the same force and effect as if made under oath, pursuant to the Canada Evidence Act.
How it works
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Book an appointment, bring your document, and we witness your signature and apply the seal.
Overview
A statutory declaration drafted to set out your facts clearly and in the right form for the body that requires it.
It is then solemnly declared before a notary, who applies the seal.
It is for situations no standard form covers.
After you fill in your custom statutory declaration and download the PDF, do not sign it in advance. A sworn document must be signed in front of a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits, who administers your oath or solemn affirmation first.
Minute Notary commissions your custom statutory declaration 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.
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