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Statutory Declaration of Guardianship Consent
A sworn declaration by a parent consenting to another person caring for, or being appointed guardian of, their child — used to support a guardianship arrangement. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- Parental Consent to Guardianship
- Guardianship Consent Affidavit
- Consent of Parent to Guardian
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- Sworn Guardianship Consent
STATUTORY DECLARATION OF GUARDIANSHIP CONSENT
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, SOLEMNLY DECLARE that:
I am the ______ of ______, born on ______ (the "Child").
I consent to ______ (______) in respect of: ______.
Period or conditions of this consent (if any):
I give this consent freely and in the best interests of the Child.
Purpose of this declaration (if specified):
I make this solemn declaration conscientiously believing it to be true and knowing that it is of the same force and effect as if made under oath.
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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01Parent Information
Your full legal name
Child's full legal name
Your full address
STATUTORY DECLARATION OF GUARDIANSHIP CONSENT
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, SOLEMNLY DECLARE that:
I am the ______ of ______, born on ______ (the "Child").
I consent to ______ (______) in respect of: ______.
Period or conditions of this consent (if any):
I give this consent freely and in the best interests of the Child.
Purpose of this declaration (if specified):
I make this solemn declaration conscientiously believing it to be true and knowing that it is of the same force and effect as if made under oath.
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 a guardianship consent declaration?
It is a sworn statement — also called a parental consent to guardianship — in which a parent consents to a named person acting as, or being appointed, guardian of their child.
It records the consenting parent’s agreement in support of the arrangement.
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When you might need one
It supports guardianship arrangements.
- Another person will care for or be appointed guardian of your child.
- A court or agency asks for the consenting parent’s sworn statement.
- You are arranging temporary care and custody of your child.
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Good to know
Guardianship is generally decided through the proper court or process; this declaration records a parent’s consent in support of it. Where both parents have rights, it is best for both to consent so the arrangement is not later questioned. For significant matters, obtain legal advice.
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How to notarize a statutory declaration of guardianship consent in Ontario
After you fill in your statutory declaration of guardianship consent 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 statutory declaration of guardianship consent 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 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 Statutory Declaration of Guardianship Consent
- Does this appoint a guardian by itself?
- No. Guardianship is generally decided through the proper court or process. This declaration records a parent’s consent in support of the arrangement.
- Should both parents consent?
- Where both parents have rights, it is best for both to consent so the arrangement is not later questioned. Each can swear a copy.
- Can I notarize it 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.
- What should it include?
- Your relationship to the child, the child’s details, the proposed guardian, and what you are consenting to.
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