Affidavits
General Affidavit (Ontario)
A free, general-purpose affidavit for Ontario: set out your facts as numbered paragraphs and swear or affirm them before a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize online or in Ottawa.
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Also known as
- Sworn Affidavit
- Sworn Statement of Facts
- General Purpose Affidavit
+4 more names
- Blank Affidavit Form (Ontario)
- Affidavit Form Ontario
- Affidavit of Facts
- Notarized Affidavit
AFFIDAVIT
Re:
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, MAKE OATH AND SAY (or AFFIRM) that:
______
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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General Affidavit (Ontario)
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01Your Information
Your full legal name
Subject or matter this affidavit concerns
Your full address
AFFIDAVIT
Re:
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, MAKE OATH AND SAY (or AFFIRM) that:
______
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 a general affidavit?
A general affidavit — also called a sworn affidavit or sworn statement of facts — is a written, first-person account that the person making it (the deponent) swears or affirms to be true. It carries the same weight as evidence given under oath, which is why courts, tribunals, banks, insurers, and government offices rely on it.
Unlike a statutory declaration, which is "solemnly declared", an affidavit is sworn on oath or affirmed. Both are commissioned the same way in Ontario, and this template can be adapted for either.
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When do you need a general affidavit in Ontario?
A general affidavit is the flexible option for the many situations that do not have their own prescribed form. People use it to put facts on the record for a wide range of requests.
- Supporting a court application, small claims matter, or tribunal hearing.
- Confirming facts for a bank, insurer, employer, school, or landlord.
- Backing up an immigration, passport, or government application.
- Correcting or explaining a discrepancy in a record or document.
- Recording an event or set of facts that another party has asked you to confirm under oath.
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Affidavit vs statutory declaration vs sworn statement
These terms overlap and are often searched interchangeably. An affidavit is sworn or affirmed on oath; a statutory declaration is "solemnly declared" and is common for administrative and government purposes; a sworn statement is the everyday term for either. In Ontario, a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits can commission all of them.
If you are unsure which you need, a general affidavit is a safe, widely accepted choice, and the wording can be adjusted to swear or to affirm.
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How to write your statements
Set out each fact as its own short, numbered paragraph, in plain language and in the order events happened. Stick to what you personally know to be true.
Where a fact is based on what someone told you rather than your own knowledge, say so by stating it is on "information and belief". If you refer to a document, it can be attached as a numbered exhibit and marked by the commissioner when you swear the affidavit.
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How to notarize a general affidavit in Ontario
Once you have filled in your general affidavit 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 general affidavit 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.
- Fill in the form online and download a clean, ready-to-sign PDF — free, no account.
- Book an appointment and join online by video or visit us in Ottawa.
- Present valid photo ID; we administer your oath or affirmation and witness your signature.
- We apply the notary seal so the document is ready to use across Ontario and Canada.
Good to know
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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 General Affidavit (Ontario)
- How much does it cost to notarize an affidavit in Ontario?
- Filling in the template is free. You pay only for the notarization itself when you book your appointment. Contact Minute Notary for current affidavit notary fees for online or in-person commissioning.
- Can I get an affidavit notarized online in Ontario?
- Yes. Ontario permits remote commissioning by video under O. Reg. 431/20, so you can swear your affidavit online with Minute Notary, or visit us in person in Ottawa.
- Do I need a lawyer to make an affidavit?
- No. You can write and swear a general affidavit without a lawyer. You only need a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits to administer your oath or affirmation and witness your signature.
- What is the difference between an affidavit and a statutory declaration?
- An affidavit is sworn or affirmed on oath; a statutory declaration is solemnly declared. Both are commissioned the same way and both are accepted for most purposes in Ontario.
- What identification do I need to notarize an affidavit?
- Bring valid government-issued photo identification, such as a driver’s licence or passport, so the notary can confirm your identity before you swear the affidavit.
- Is a notarized affidavit valid across Canada?
- An affidavit commissioned by an Ontario notary is generally accepted across Canada. Some out-of-province or international uses may need further authentication or legalization; confirm with the body requesting it.
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