Welcome to Insight Law Professional Corporation, which offers Notary Public and Commissioner of Oaths services. Our team of legal professionals is experienced in providing accurate and reliable certification and authentication services for legal documents. Whether you require the services of a Notary Public or a Commissioner of Oaths, we are here to help.
As a Notary Public, we are authorized by the government to witness and certify the signing of legal documents. Our team is skilled in verifying the authenticity of signatures, administering oaths and affirmations, and certifying documents for use abroad.
As a Commissioner of Oaths, we are authorized to administer oaths and affirmations and certify documents within our jurisdiction. Our team is highly knowledgeable in certifying various legal documents, including affidavits and statutory declarations.
Whether you require Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths services, we are here to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can assist you with your legal certification needs.
Notary Public & Commissioner of Oaths
What Is A Notary Public & How Can We Help You?
The notary public is a legally authorized official who performs specific legal duties, including witnessing document signings and certifying their authenticity. Appointed by provincial or territorial governments, notaries public assist in verifying the identity of signers and witnessing document signings. Once notarized, a document bears a notarial seal or certificate, confirming its authenticity and the signer’s identity.
What Documents Can I Get Notarized?
A wide range of documents may need to be notarized, including but not limited to:
Affidavits and Statutory Declarations
Statutory Declarations
Power of Attorney
Wills & Codicils
Real Estate Documents
Travel Consent Letters
Loan and Financial Documents
Visa and Immigration Papers
Birth, Marriage or Death Certificates
Registrant Identification Number (RIN)
Notarization & Commissioner of Oath Services
Notarization and Commissioning of Affidavits, Declarations
We can assist with taking affidavits, statements made under oath or affirmation typically used in legal proceedings. They can also serve other purposes, such as applying for a loan or opening a bank account.
Certified True Copies
Notaries can make and certify copies of original documents, confirming that the copies are accurate and complete reproductions.
Travel Consent Letters
Notarization of consent letters for minors travelling without one or both parents, verifying parental consent.
Witnessing Signatures
Notaries can witness the signing of important documents, such as real estate transactions, powers of attorney, and contracts.
Notarization of Wills and Estate Documents
Witnessing and notarizing the signing of wills, codicils, and other estate planning documents to ensure their legality and validity.
Business Documents
Notarizing corporate documents such as articles of incorporation, resolutions, and other business agreements.
Invitation Letters
An invitation letter is a document that formally invites someone to visit you in your country. It also states that you will be responsible for their expenses during their stay. To increase the chances of your invitation being accepted by visa authorities, you can have it notarized. The notary public’s seal or stamp on the letter certifies its authenticity and verifies your identity.
Oaths for Government Forms and Applications
Administering oaths for various government-related forms, such as license applications, permits, and certifications.
Notary Public & Commissioner of Oaths Fees
IN-PERSON
$
34
95+HST
First Notary Signature and Seal
Additional Signature and Seal: $19.95+HST each
EXCLUDES: Documents requiring 2 witnesses by Law such as Wills & Power of Attorney (POA)
A Notary Public in Ontario is a legally authorized individual who can notarize documents, administer oaths, and affirmations, and certify true copies of documents. They verify the identity of signers, witness signatures, and ensure the authenticity of legal documents for personal, business, and legal purposes.
You will bring the unsigned document to a notary public, along with at least one valid form of government issued identification. The notary will verify your identity and then witness you signing the document. Afterward, the notary will stamp the document with their official seal and sign it, confirming that they have verified your identity and that the signature on the document is authentic.
Notarizing a document involves verifying the signer’s identity, witnessing the document’s signing, and applying a notarial seal to confirm its authenticity. Commissioning an oath involves administering an oath or affirmation to a person making a sworn statement, ensuring that the statement is made truthfully under penalty of perjury.
In Ontario, a Notary Public can notarize various documents, including affidavits, statutory declarations, power of attorney documents, wills, travel consent letters, real estate documents, contracts, business documents, and certified true copies of original documents.
Yes, you must bring at least one valid government-issued photo identification, such as a driver’s license, passport, or permanent resident card, to confirm your identity. The Notary Public will verify your ID before notarizing a document or commissioning an oath.
Yes, Notaries Public in Ontario can notarize documents intended for use internationally. However, depending on the destination country’s requirements, some foreign jurisdictions may require additional steps, such as authentication or legalization, at the relevant consulate or embassy.
Not all affidavits and statutory declarations require notarization, but many do, especially those used in legal proceedings or as part of official applications. A Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths can administer the oath and witness the signing of these documents.
In Ontario, notarization laws are regulated under the Notaries Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. N.6, which outlines the qualifications, duties, and responsibilities of notaries public. The Act empowers notaries to perform various functions, such as witnessing signatures, administering oaths, and certifying copies of documents. The Attorney General of Ontario is responsible for appointing notaries public, who must meet specific eligibility criteria, such as being a licensed lawyer or meeting other established requirements. The Law Society of Ontario also plays a role in overseeing notaries, ensuring they adhere to ethical standards and legal obligations.
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Conveniently located in midtown Toronto, Insight Law Professional Corporation accepts walk-ins and booked appointments that can be accommodated for quick, on-the-spot notary services in the GTA. The firm is located minutes walk from Eglinton-Yonge Station.