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Notary service in Ottawa
$30 + HST20-30 minutesBy appointment in Ottawa
An affidavit is a sworn written statement used as evidence in court proceedings and legal matters. We administer the oath or affirmation and officially certify your affidavit with our notary seal for court or official use.
An affidavit is a formal written statement of facts that the person making it (called the 'affiant' or 'deponent') swears or affirms to be true under oath. Unlike statutory declarations which are for administrative purposes, affidavits are specifically designed for use as evidence in court proceedings, litigation, and formal legal matters. The affidavit must be signed in the presence of a person authorized to administer oaths, such as a Notary Public, who then certifies the document with a 'jurat' - the official certification that includes the date, location, and the notary's signature and seal. In Canada, knowingly making a false statement in an affidavit constitutes perjury, a serious criminal offence. Affidavits are commonly required for family court matters, immigration applications, insurance claims, real estate disputes, and various civil litigation proceedings.
Related services you may need: Certified True Copies, Notarizing Signatures, Statutory Declarations
Why it matters
Affidavits serve as formal evidence in legal proceedings when a witness cannot appear in person to testify. Courts accept affidavits as sworn testimony because the affiant faces serious criminal penalties (perjury) if the statements are false. Immigration applications to IRCC often require affidavits to support claims about relationships, employment, or personal circumstances. Family courts use affidavits extensively in custody, access, and support matters. Insurance companies may require sworn statements when processing claims. Real estate transactions sometimes need affidavits to clarify title issues or confirm facts. The sworn nature of an affidavit, combined with the criminal consequences for false statements, makes it a powerful and trusted legal document.
Straightforward process. Most appointments completed in 15 minutes once we're face to face.
Arrive with your unsigned affidavit. For court matters, this should be prepared or reviewed by a lawyer. Bring all exhibits (supporting documents) that need to be attached.
Present your valid government-issued photo ID. The notary verifies your identity and confirms you are the person named in the affidavit.
Review your affidavit carefully. If there are exhibits, the notary will properly mark each one (Exhibit A, B, C, etc.) and attach them to the affidavit.
Choose to swear a religious oath or make a solemn affirmation (secular). Both have identical legal weight. Then sign each page of the affidavit.
The Notary Public completes the jurat (certification), signs, dates, and applies their official seal. Your affidavit is now court-ready.
What to bring
Please ensure you have the following items when you visit.
Quick tips to make your appointment go smoothly.
For court matters, have your affidavit prepared or reviewed by a lawyer. Proper legal formatting and content are essential for court acceptance.
Organize all supporting documents you want attached. Each exhibit will be marked (Exhibit A, B, C) and referenced in the affidavit text.
Affidavits must contain facts within your personal knowledge. Don't include hearsay or assumptions. False statements constitute perjury.
Affidavits with multiple exhibits or pages take longer than simple documents. Allow 20-30 minutes, or longer for complex affidavits.
Is This For You?
This service is commonly needed by the following groups.
Civil litigation, family court matters, small claims disputes, and other court proceedings often require affidavit evidence from witnesses or parties.
IRCC requires affidavits for sponsorship applications, relationship proof, employment verification, and supporting various immigration claims.
Divorce proceedings, custody disputes, child support applications, and spousal support cases frequently require affidavit evidence.
Insurance companies may require sworn statements (affidavits) to support claims for theft, damage, accidents, or other insured events.
Probate applications, estate administration, and will disputes may require affidavits from executors, beneficiaries, or witnesses.
Transparent pricing
The price you see is what you pay at the counter. HST applies.
Affidavit (up to 3 pages)
Standard affidavit
Affidavit (4+ pages)
Longer documents
Each exhibit attached
Per exhibit marked
Complex affidavit
Multiple exhibits, lengthy
Ready when you are. Same-day slots available most weekdays.
Making a false statement in an affidavit constitutes perjury under Section 131 of the Criminal Code of Canada, punishable by up to 14 years imprisonment. The affiant must personally know the facts stated and believe them to be true. A Notary Public cannot provide legal advice about affidavit content - consult a lawyer for court matters.
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$30 + HST. 20-30 minutes. By appointment in Ottawa, with same-day slots available most weekdays.