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Statutory Declaration of Ordinary Residence
A sworn declaration confirming that you ordinarily reside in Ontario — used for eligibility questions such as health coverage, tuition, or programs that depend on residency. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- Declaration of Ordinary Residence
- Residency Declaration
- Ordinarily Resident Affidavit
+2 more names
- Sworn Statement of Residency
- Proof of Ontario Residency Declaration
STATUTORY DECLARATION OF ORDINARY RESIDENCE
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, SOLEMNLY DECLARE that:
I have been ordinarily resident in the Province of Ontario since ______, and Ontario is the place where I make my home and to which I intend to return when away.
My current residence is ______.
I make this declaration for the following purpose: ______.
Further facts supporting my ordinary residence (if any):
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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01Your Information
Your full legal name
Ordinarily resident in Ontario since (date)
Your full address
STATUTORY DECLARATION OF ORDINARY RESIDENCE
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, SOLEMNLY DECLARE that:
I have been ordinarily resident in the Province of Ontario since ______, and Ontario is the place where I make my home and to which I intend to return when away.
My current residence is ______.
I make this declaration for the following purpose: ______.
Further facts supporting my ordinary residence (if any):
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 an ordinary residence declaration?
It is a sworn statement — also called a declaration of ordinary residence or residency declaration — confirming that Ontario is where you ordinarily make your home.
It is used where eligibility for a benefit, rate, or program depends on residing in the province, and differs from a simple proof of address.
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When you might need one
It supports residency-based eligibility.
- Confirming residency for provincial health coverage.
- Establishing residency for tuition rates or a program.
- Supporting eligibility that depends on ordinarily residing in Ontario.
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What to include
Confirm that you ordinarily reside in Ontario, your address, and since when, and explain your connection to the province. Each program sets its own residency rules; keep supporting documents available if requested.
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How to notarize a statutory declaration of ordinary residence in Ontario
After you fill in your statutory declaration of ordinary residence 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 ordinary residence 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 verify your identity before applying the notary seal.
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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 Statutory Declaration of Ordinary Residence
- What is ordinary residence?
- It is the place where you ordinarily make your home and live. An ordinary residence declaration confirms that Ontario is that place, for eligibility purposes.
- How is it different from proof of address?
- Proof of address confirms where you live now; ordinary residence focuses on residing in the province for eligibility such as health coverage or tuition.
- 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.
- Does it decide my eligibility?
- No. It supports your case; each program applies its own residency rules and may ask for supporting documents.
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