Ontario permits notaries public and commissioners for taking affidavits to administer oaths and witness signatures by video conference, subject to the requirements set out in the Commissioners for Taking Affidavits Act, RSO 1990, c C.17 and applicable regulations and rules of court. Virtual commissioning is convenient when you can’t travel — common situations include affidavits for ongoing litigation, statutory declarations, and signing forms while abroad. The notaries listed below all offer virtual commissioning.
Available Notaries Public
Amna Husain
Amna Husain is a notary public located in Downtown Toronto, Cityplace Neighbourhood. She is a licensed lawyer. She notarizes documents and drafts powers of attorney. By appointment only.…
Andrew Hardie Ballantyne
Andrew Hardie Ballantyne, lawyer and notary public, offers comprehensive legal advice and counsel in the Greater Toronto Area. Andrew Hardie Ballantyne is appointed as a Notary Public by…
Karen Zvulony
Karen Zvulony is a lawyer that provides legal services in employment law, human rights law, insurance law, civil litigation and assessment of lawyer’s bills. Karen Zvulonyis appointed as…
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a virtual notarization legally the same as in-person?
Remote commissioning by video conference is permitted in Ontario, subject to the requirements in the Commissioners for Taking Affidavits Act, RSO 1990, c C.17 and Ontario Regulation 431/20. For court affidavits, the Rules of Civil Procedure, r 4.06(1) was amended in 2020 to permit virtual commissioning subject to specific conditions. The Law Society of Ontario has also issued practice guidance for licensees.
What do I need to do a virtual notarization?
A device with a camera and microphone, valid government-issued photo ID, a stable internet connection, and a printable copy of your document.
