Statutory declarations
Custom Statutory Declaration
Write your own statutory declaration in our free online form when no standard template fits, then declare it before a notary. Start online; notarize by video across Ontario or in person in Ottawa.
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Also known as
- Blank Declaration Template
- Write-Your-Own Declaration
CANADA
PROVINCE OF ______
IN THE MATTER OF: ______
To: ______
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 citizen of ______. 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 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.
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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01Subject of Your Declaration
Facts and Details to Include
Your Full Name
Province of Submission
CANADA
PROVINCE OF ______
IN THE MATTER OF: ______
To: ______
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 citizen of ______. 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 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.
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 you get
A blank statutory declaration form you complete yourself, in your own words.
It is then solemnly declared before a notary, who applies the seal.
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When this helps
It is for situations no standard form covers.
- You need a solemn declaration but no template fits.
- A specific body asks for a declaration in particular terms.
- Your facts are unusual or detailed and need careful wording.
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How to notarize a custom statutory declaration in Ontario
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.
Good to know
Before you fill it in.
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 witnesses your signature and applies the seal.
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Notarize online by video across Ontario, or in person in Ottawa.
Frequently asked
Questions about the Custom Statutory Declaration
- When should I use a custom declaration?
- When you need a solemn declaration but no standard template fits, or a body requires a declaration in particular terms.
- Can I declare it online in Ontario?
- Yes. You can complete it online by video under Ontario’s remote commissioning rules, or in person in Ottawa with Minute Notary.
- Affidavit or statutory declaration — which do I need?
- Both are sworn before a notary; a declaration is solemnly declared and common for administrative purposes. Ask the body requiring it which form it expects — the notary does not advise on that choice.
- What do I bring?
- Your facts and any documents to refer to, plus valid government-issued photo identification.
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