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Statutory Declaration of Ownership of Property
A sworn declaration that you own a particular item of property, free of other claims — useful for an insurance claim, a sale, or to replace a lost ownership document. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize in Ontario.
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Also known as
- Affidavit of Ownership
- Proof of Ownership Declaration
- Ownership Affidavit
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- Sworn Statement of Ownership
STATUTORY DECLARATION OF OWNERSHIP OF PROPERTY
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, SOLEMNLY DECLARE that:
I am the owner of the following property: ______.
I acquired it as follows: ______. Approximate value (where relevant):
To the best of my knowledge, no other person has any ownership interest, lien, or claim against it.
I make this declaration in connection with: ______. Specific purpose (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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01Owner Information
Your full legal name
Describe the property you own
Your full address
STATUTORY DECLARATION OF OWNERSHIP OF PROPERTY
I, ______, of ______, in the Province of Ontario, SOLEMNLY DECLARE that:
I am the owner of the following property: ______.
I acquired it as follows: ______. Approximate value (where relevant):
To the best of my knowledge, no other person has any ownership interest, lien, or claim against it.
I make this declaration in connection with: ______. Specific purpose (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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About this document
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What is an ownership of property declaration?
It is a sworn statement — also called a proof of ownership declaration or ownership affidavit — confirming that you own a described item and how you acquired it.
It is used where you must confirm ownership of personal property under oath.
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When you might need one
It supports claims, sales, and replacements.
- An insurer asks for proof you own the property in a claim.
- You are selling or transferring property and must confirm ownership.
- You must replace a lost ownership document for an item you own.
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Good to know
This is for personal property and goods, not title to real estate, which is shown through the land registry. If the property is co-owned, state that and describe each owner’s interest so the declaration is accurate.
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How to notarize a statutory declaration of ownership of property in Ontario
After you fill in your statutory declaration of ownership of property 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 ownership of property 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 Ownership of Property
- What is an ownership of property declaration used for?
- As sworn proof you own an item of personal property, for an insurance claim, a sale or transfer, or a request to replace a lost ownership document.
- Is this proof of title to real estate?
- No. Land ownership is shown through the land registry. This declaration is for personal property and goods, not real estate title.
- 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 if the property is co-owned?
- State that clearly and describe each owner’s interest so your declaration is accurate.
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