OSAP & student aid
OSAP Indigenous Identity Affidavit
A sworn OSAP affidavit in which you self-identify as Indigenous — provided in support of an Ontario Student Assistance Program application or related funding. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- OSAP Self-Identification Affidavit
- Indigenous Identity Declaration for OSAP
- OSAP Indigenous Self-Identification
OSAP Affidavit of Indigenous Identity
I, ______, residing at ______, DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR (or AFFIRM) AND STATE:
1. I was born on ______ in ______.
2. I hold citizenship in ______. My current address is ______.
3. I affirm that I am an Indigenous person and identify as ______.
I make this sworn Affidavit for the sole purpose of supporting my OSAP funding application, and not for any unlawful or improper use.
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 Details
Your full legal name
Your present address
Date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy)
OSAP Affidavit of Indigenous Identity
I, ______, residing at ______, DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR (or AFFIRM) AND STATE:
1. I was born on ______ in ______.
2. I hold citizenship in ______. My current address is ______.
3. I affirm that I am an Indigenous person and identify as ______.
I make this sworn Affidavit for the sole purpose of supporting my OSAP funding application, and not for any unlawful or improper use.
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 this affidavit?
It is a sworn statement of self-identification, used where OSAP or a related program asks an applicant to confirm Indigenous identity.
It is sworn before a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits.
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When you might need one
It supports applications that ask for self-identification.
- OSAP or a related program asks you to self-identify as Indigenous.
- You are applying for funding that requests this confirmation.
- You must provide sworn confirmation alongside other documents.
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Good to know
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) sets its own requirements and decides eligibility. This affidavit provides sworn information in support of an application; provide accurate details and follow OSAP’s instructions for submitting it.
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How to notarize a OSAP Indigenous identity affidavit in Ontario
After you fill in your OSAP Indigenous identity affidavit 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 OSAP Indigenous identity affidavit 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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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 OSAP Indigenous Identity Affidavit
- What is this affidavit for?
- It is a sworn self-identification provided where OSAP or a related program asks an applicant to confirm Indigenous identity in support of an application or funding.
- Can I notarize an OSAP affidavit 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.
- Does this affidavit decide my OSAP eligibility?
- No. OSAP sets its own requirements and decides eligibility. The affidavit provides sworn information in support of an application.
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