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Online & virtual notary service
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Can't come in person? Many affidavits and statutory declarations can be commissioned remotely over a secure video appointment under Ontario law — from wherever you are.
An online or virtual notary appointment lets you have certain documents commissioned over a secure video (audio-visual) connection instead of attending in person. Ontario permits the remote commissioning of affidavits and statutory declarations by audio-visual technology, provided the notary can verify your identity and witness the signing live over video. During the appointment we connect by video, verify your valid government-issued photo ID, administer the oath or affirmation, and witness you sign in real time before completing the jurat and applying our seal. This is convenient for clients who travel, live outside Ottawa, have mobility limitations, or simply prefer not to attend in person. Not every document can be done remotely — certified true copies, for example, require an in-person visit — so book online or call and we will confirm whether your specific document qualifies before your appointment.
Related services you may need: Certified True Copies, Digital Certified Copies, Notarizing Signatures
Why it matters
Attending a notary in person is not always possible — you may be travelling, living outside Ottawa, caring for family, or have limited mobility. Ontario law now allows many affidavits and statutory declarations to be commissioned remotely by audio-visual technology, so the notary can verify your identity and witness your signature live over video without you leaving home. A remotely commissioned affidavit or declaration carries the same legal weight as one sworn in person, provided the proper process is followed. Because not every organization accepts remotely commissioned documents and not every document type qualifies, it is worth confirming both before you book — which we help you do — so your document is accepted the first time.
Straightforward process. Most appointments completed in minutes once we're face to face.
Book online or call and tell us which document you need. We confirm whether it qualifies to be commissioned remotely before your appointment.
At your scheduled time, join the secure video link from a device with a camera and microphone in a quiet, private space.
Present your valid government-issued photo ID to the camera. The notary verifies your identity live over video.
You swear or affirm the document is true and sign it in real time while the notary witnesses over video.
The notary completes the jurat, signs, and applies the seal, then arranges delivery of your commissioned document.
What to bring
Please ensure you have the following items when you visit.
Quick tips to make your appointment go smoothly.
Leave the document unsigned. It must be signed live on camera in front of the notary during the video appointment.
Before booking, check that the organization receiving your document accepts remotely commissioned (virtual) documents.
Certified true copies cannot be done online — they require an in-person visit. Ask us if you are unsure which you need.
Use a device with a clear camera and have your government-issued photo ID ready so identity verification goes smoothly.
Is This For You?
This service is commonly needed by the following groups.
People living elsewhere in Ontario or travelling can have eligible affidavits and declarations commissioned without coming to the office.
A short video appointment fits around a workday far more easily than an in-person visit.
Anyone who finds travel difficult can complete eligible documents from home over video.
Many statutory declarations for immigration matters can be commissioned remotely — confirm IRCC or the receiving body accepts it.
For a straightforward affidavit or declaration, a virtual appointment is often the fastest option.
Transparent pricing
The price you see is what you pay at the counter. HST applies.
Booking online instead? Online appointments add HST plus a small card processing fee, shown in full before you pay.
First stamp / seal
Per document
Each additional stamp / seal
Each additional stamp
Ready when you are. Same-day slots available most weekdays.
Online commissioning is available for eligible affidavits and statutory declarations under Ontario law; certified true copies and some other documents require an in-person visit. We do not provide legal advice. Confirm that the organization receiving your document accepts remotely commissioned documents before booking.
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$19.90 + HST. 15-20 minutes. Book online, with same-day slots available most weekdays.
Online Notary
$19.90 + HST · 15-20 minutes