Online & virtual notary service
Affidavits
An affidavit is a sworn written statement used as evidence in court proceedings and legal matters. We administer the oath or affirmation and complete the jurat on your affidavit with our notary seal for court or official use.
- Posted price
- $24.95 + HST
- Appointment length
- 3-4 minutes
- Where
- Online or by appointment
If more than one person is signing, an additional signer fee also applies.
Quick answer
Affidavits can be commissioned online over a secure video appointment with an Ontario Notary Public under O. Reg. 431/20, or handled in person in Ottawa. The flat rate is $24.95 + HST and most appointments take 3-4 minutes. Remotely commissioned affidavits and declarations are accepted by Ontario courts, ServiceOntario, IRCC, and most Canadian institutions; when the receiver is a foreign embassy or a land registry, ask them first.
Written by Kai Mai, Content Editor, Minute Notary. General information, not legal advice.
- Posted price
- $24.95 + HST
- Appointment length
- 3-4 minutes
- Where
- Online or by appointment
- Hours
- 7 days a week, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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What is affidavits?
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.
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Why it matters
Why Do You Need an Affidavit?
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.
What to bring
Requirements to bring with you
Please ensure you have the following items when you visit.
Get the form
Download the official form
These forms are published by the government that issues them, and that is where these links go — never a copy of ours. Please download a fresh copy each time: an out-of-date revision can be turned away at the counter. Complete it, but leave it unsigned until the appointment.
- 8AAffidavit of Service (Small Claims Court)
Ontario Court Services — Rules of the Small Claims Court, O. Reg. 258/98 · revision 2022/08
Sworn by the person who actually served the documents. A lawyer or paralegal uses Form 8B (Certificate of Service) instead, so this is the self-represented route.
- 15ANotice of Motion and Supporting Affidavit (Small Claims Court)
Ontario Court Services — Rules of the Small Claims Court, O. Reg. 258/98 · revision 2022/08
One form carrying both the motion and the affidavit that supports it. Only the affidavit half is sworn — that is the part commissioned at the appointment.
- 16BAffidavit of Service (Rules of Civil Procedure)
Ontario Court Services — Rules of Civil Procedure · revision 2021/02
The Superior Court of Justice equivalent of Form 8A. Court Services publishes this one as a Word file only — there is no official PDF.
- 146AAffidavit of Service (Federal Courts)
Federal Courts Rules, SOR/98-106 · revision SOR/98-106
For a Federal Court matter, not an Ontario one — immigration judicial review, for example. The form text is published inside the Rules themselves; a solicitor uses Form 146B instead.
- 01Draft affidavit (preferably prepared by a lawyer for court matters)
- 02Valid government-issued photo ID (passport, driver's license, or Ontario Photo Card)
- 03Any exhibits or attachments to be included
- 04Be present in person to swear/affirm the affidavit
How to get affidavits notarized
Straightforward process. Most appointments completed in minutes once we're face to face.
- 1
Bring Your Draft Affidavit
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.
- 2
Identity Verification
Present your valid government-issued photo ID. The notary verifies your identity and confirms you are the person named in the affidavit.
- 3
Review & Exhibits
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.
- 4
Swear or Affirm
Choose to swear a religious oath or make a solemn affirmation (secular). Both have identical legal weight. Then sign each page of the affidavit.
- 5
Jurat Completion
The Notary Public completes the jurat (certification), signs, dates, and applies their official seal. Your affidavit is now sworn. Whether a court accepts it depends on the filing requirements of that court.
Pro tips before your visit
Quick tips to make your appointment go smoothly.
Have a Lawyer Prepare It
For court matters, have your affidavit prepared or reviewed by a lawyer. Proper legal formatting and content are essential for court acceptance.
Prepare Your Exhibits
Organize all supporting documents you want attached. Each exhibit will be marked (Exhibit A, B, C) and referenced in the affidavit text.
Only State Facts You Know
Affidavits must contain facts within your personal knowledge. Don't include hearsay or assumptions. False statements constitute perjury.
Allow Extra Time
Affidavits with multiple exhibits or pages take longer than simple documents. An online appointment averages 3-4 minutes; allow a little longer for complex affidavits.
What's Included
- Oath or solemn affirmation administered
- Oath administered and the applicable jurat completed
- Official Ontario Notary Public seal and signature
- Comprehensive identity verification
- Exhibits properly attached and marked
- You supply the wording; the notary administers the oath and completes the jurat
- Same-day service for urgent matters
- Corrections and amendments handled properly
Common Uses
- Court proceedings and civil litigation
- Immigration applications and sponsorship (IRCC)
- Family law matters (custody, divorce, support)
- Real estate disputes and transactions
- Insurance claims and disputes
- Estate and probate matters
- Employment disputes and wrongful termination
- Small claims court documentation
Is This For You?
Who Needs This Service
This service is commonly needed by the following groups.
- 01
People in Court Proceedings
Civil litigation, family court matters, small claims disputes, and other court proceedings often require affidavit evidence from witnesses or parties.
- 02
Immigration Applicants
IRCC accepts sworn statements as supporting evidence and calls for one in specific cases — the common-law declaration (IMM 5409) and the translator’s affidavit — so follow the program checklist.
- 03
Family Law Matters
Divorce proceedings, custody disputes, child support applications, and spousal support cases frequently require affidavit evidence.
- 04
Insurance Claimants
Insurance companies may require sworn statements (affidavits) to support claims for theft, damage, accidents, or other insured events.
- 05
Estate Matters
Probate applications, estate administration, and will disputes may require affidavits from executors, beneficiaries, or witnesses.
Transparent pricing
$24.95 + HST. Every fee shown before you pay.
The price you see is what you pay at the counter. HST applies. If more than one person is signing, an additional signer fee also applies.
Booking online instead? Online appointments add HST plus a small card processing fee, shown in full before you pay.
See the full price breakdown, HST and card fee includedPricing details
- $24.95
First stamp / seal
Per document
- $24.95
Each additional stamp / seal
Each additional stamp
Ready when you are. Same-day slots available 7 days a week.
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.
Where it gets done
Affidavits: where and how it gets done
Affidavits is handled by an Ontario Notary Public and Commissioner for Taking Affidavits. Here is where it gets done.
- Office
- 8056 Jeanne d'Arc Boulevard North, Ottawa, Ontario. Walk in by appointment; same-day slots most days.
- Mobile visits
- A notary comes to your home, hospital, care residence or office across the Ottawa area for one travel fee per trip.
- Online
- Affidavits and statutory declarations that qualify under O. Reg. 431/20 are commissioned over secure video from anywhere in Ontario. Certified copies and signature witnessing stay in person.
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, including Saturday and Sunday.
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