Which documents can be notarized online in Ontario?

Oaths, affirmations and statutory declarations can be commissioned by video under O. Reg. 431/20, where the document is eligible. Certified true copies and general signature witnessing need an in-person appointment. Wills and Powers of Attorney follow their own witnessing rules, so a lawyer confirms whether yours can be signed remotely before you book.

Do I sign the document before the session?

No. You sign during the video session, on camera, after the commissioner confirms your identity. Bring the document completed but unsigned.

What equipment do I need?

A device with a working camera and microphone, a stable internet connection, and valid government-issued photo ID. No printer, scanner or software install is required.

Is a remotely commissioned document treated the same as in person?

For documents where remote commissioning is permitted, it has the same effect as an in-person appointment. Whether a specific court, government office or institution accepts it is their decision — we flag known requirements before you book.

Online Notary & Commissioning in Ontario

How it works

Upload → pay → meet (photo ID on camera) → download.

Setup takes a few minutes; choose Connect Now or a time. Sessions run about 15 minutes.

Have ready

Government-issued photo ID (original, not a photo)
Your completed but unsigned document
Device with camera and microphone

Don't sign yet. Your professional will tell you when to sign.

What's included

Secure video session with an authorized commissioner
One seal / signature included
Modified remote jurat completed
Session record and audit certificate
Digital delivery to your secure vault

Extra seals, signers, exhibits or courier return are add-ons listed on the pricing page and at checkout.

Acceptance

Confirm the receiving organization accepts remotely commissioned documents.

Can I do this online?

Answer two quick questions. Same rules engine as the full flow — no guessing.

FAQ

Online commissioning: the usual questions.

Price, ID, signatures, timing and acceptance. All FAQs →

ONLINE NOTARY & COMMISSIONING · ONTARIO

Can I get a document notarized online in Ontario?

Yes — for eligible documents. O. Reg. 431/20

Oaths, affirmations and statutory declarations can be commissioned by video. Certified copies, signature witnessing and Wills or Powers of Attorney cannot — we confirm which applies before you book.

Video appointment
Government photo ID
Often same day
Sent to your dashboard

Some documents are done in person. Certified true copies, signature witnessing and Wills or Powers of Attorney need an in-person appointment. We confirm which route your document takes before you book — you never pay for the wrong one.

What is online commissioning?

Online (remote) notarization lets you meet an Ontario commissioner or notary by live video instead of in person. You verify your identity on camera, swear or affirm your document, and it is signed and sealed electronically — with the same effect as an in-person appointment for documents where remote commissioning is permitted.

Common uses

Affidavits and statutory declarations
OSAP and student financial forms
Consent and sponsorship letters
Business and administrative declarations

Where it's available

Ontario: online — live; in person available. Ontario details

Common situations

OSAP & student forms online — Commission OSAP and student financial documents by video.
Consent & letters online — Commission travel, invitation and authorization letters by video.
Affidavits & declarations online — Commission general sworn documents by video.

This page is general information, not legal advice. Acceptance of any document is always the receiving organization's decision. Prices shown exclude applicable tax unless stated.

Complete your document online — securely, by video.