Affidavits
Publisher's Affidavit of Publication
A sworn affidavit by a publisher confirming that a notice was published, including the dates and publication — used as proof of publication. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- Affidavit of Publication
- Proof of Publication Affidavit
- Publisher’s Affidavit
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- Sworn Statement of Publication
Publisher's Affidavit of Publication
I, ______, SOLEMNLY SWEAR (or AFFIRM) AND DECLARE:
I am the ______ of ______, a platform for publishing and disseminating public legal notices electronically (the “Platform”).
A public notice in relation to the estate of the late ______, ______, of ______, who died on or about ______, was published on our above-noted platform on ______ and will remain published on said platform on an indefinite permanent basis.
Attached hereto and marked as “Exhibit A” is a true and complete representation of the notice that appeared on our platform between the above noted publication dates.
The relevant details of our organization, as publisher, are as follows:
Name of Publisher | ______ |
Address of Publisher | ______ |
Email Address of Publisher | ______ |
I make this affidavit to provide evidence as to the statutory notice that was published and disseminated on our platform, and for no other or improper purpose.
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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01Publisher Details
Publisher Name
Name of Published Individual
Position or Title
Publisher's Affidavit of Publication
I, ______, SOLEMNLY SWEAR (or AFFIRM) AND DECLARE:
I am the ______ of ______, a platform for publishing and disseminating public legal notices electronically (the “Platform”).
A public notice in relation to the estate of the late ______, ______, of ______, who died on or about ______, was published on our above-noted platform on ______ and will remain published on said platform on an indefinite permanent basis.
Attached hereto and marked as “Exhibit A” is a true and complete representation of the notice that appeared on our platform between the above noted publication dates.
The relevant details of our organization, as publisher, are as follows:
Name of Publisher | ______ |
Address of Publisher | ______ |
Email Address of Publisher | ______ |
I make this affidavit to provide evidence as to the statutory notice that was published and disseminated on our platform, and for no other or improper purpose.
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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What is an affidavit of publication?
It is a sworn statement confirming that a notice was published as required, with the publication name and dates, often with a copy of the notice attached as an exhibit.
It is sworn before a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits.
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When you might need one
It proves a notice was published.
- A legal notice or advertisement had to be published.
- A court or process requires proof of publication.
- You must confirm the publication and dates under oath.
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How to notarize a publisher's affidavit of publication in Ontario
After you fill in your publisher's affidavit of publication 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 publisher's affidavit of publication 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.
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Questions about the Publisher's Affidavit of Publication
- What is an affidavit of publication for?
- As sworn proof that a notice or advertisement was published, including the publication and dates — often required by a court or legal process.
- Who swears it?
- The publisher or their authorized representative, who can confirm the publication and dates.
- Can I notarize 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.
- Can the notice be attached?
- Yes. A copy of the published notice can be attached as an exhibit and marked by the commissioner.
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