Legal Services
Mida Law offers notary public and commissioner of oaths services in North York. Our office is located at 1200-251 Consumers Road, North York.
Who this may help
Anyone who needs a document notarized or an oath, affidavit or statutory declaration commissioned, for immigration, travel, property, or personal matters.
Not every document can be notarized in every circumstance; we can confirm what is possible when you contact us.
How Mida Law may assist
Depending on the document, this may include notarizing documents or certifying true copies, commissioning affidavits and statutory declarations, and administering oaths and affirmations. Notarization and commissioning are distinct from legal advice; witnessing or certifying a document is not advice about its contents.
Common questions people bring to us
- What is the difference between a notary public and a commissioner of oaths?
- Can my document be notarized?
- What should I bring to an appointment?
What to expect
Contact us
Tell us what document you need handled.
Confirm what is possible
We confirm whether we can notarize or commission your document.
Bring ID and documents
Bring valid photo ID and the complete, unsigned document.
Complete and collect
We verify, witness and complete your documents.
Notary public and commissioner of oaths services in North York
A notary public in Ontario can witness signatures, certify true copies of documents, and administer oaths, affirmations and declarations. A commissioner of oaths can administer oaths and take affidavits and statutory declarations, but cannot certify copies. Mida Law offers both services from its North York office, by appointment.
Documents commonly notarized or commissioned
Common examples include affidavits and statutory declarations for immigration or government applications, certified true copies of passports, diplomas and other records, consent letters for children travelling, invitation letters, and forms required by banks, schools or institutions inside or outside Canada. Documents intended for use in another country may also need authentication and legalization or an apostille through Ontario’s Official Documents Services; we can explain what your receiving institution requires.
What notarization is and is not
Notarizing or commissioning a document confirms who signed it and, where an oath is taken, that the contents were sworn or affirmed. It is not legal advice about the contents of the document. If you also need advice on what you are signing, for example on a separation agreement, tell us when you book so that enough time can be set aside. See Independent Legal Advice.
Booking and what to bring
Appointments are arranged in advance at 1200-251 Consumers Road, North York, Monday to Thursday. Bring valid government photo identification and the complete, unsigned document. Do not sign anything that must be witnessed until you are with the notary. If a document must be sworn, you will take the oath or affirmation at the appointment. Contact us to confirm what you need and to arrange a time.
Frequently asked questions
Notary public vs commissioner of oaths?
A commissioner can administer oaths and take affidavits; a notary can also certify documents and copies.
Can every document be notarized?
No, it depends on the document and its requirements; contact us to confirm.
What should I bring?
Valid photo ID and the complete document; do not sign anything that must be witnessed until you are with us.
Do you notarize documents for use outside Canada?
Often, yes. The receiving country or institution may also require authentication and legalization or an apostille after notarization. Tell us where the document is going so we can explain the steps.
Can a document be commissioned by video?
Ontario permits remote commissioning of some documents by video under specific rules. Whether it is appropriate depends on the document and on who will receive it. Ask when booking and we will confirm what is possible.
Need something notarized?
Contact us to confirm what you need and arrange a time.
No legal advice. The information on this website is general in nature and not legal advice. Contacting Mida Law does not create a lawyer-client relationship.