A commissioner for taking affidavits (commonly called a “commissioner of oaths”) is a person authorized under the Commissioners for Taking Affidavits Act, RSO 1990, c C.17 to administer oaths or solemn declarations on affidavits and statutory declarations. Notaries public in Ontario can also commission oaths.
Available Notaries Public

Benzaquen Law Chambers
Thornhill, Vaughan, York Region
Benzaquen Law Chambers is a law firm that provides legal services in personal injury law, wills and estates law and real estate law. Benzaquen Law Chambers are appointed…

Varinder Gaur
Vaughan, Woodbridge, York Region
Varinder Gaur is a lawyer that provides legal services in real estate law and wills and estates law. Varinder Gaur is appointed as a notary public by the…
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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.…

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…

Lani Gozlan
Lani Gozlan is a lawyer that provides legal services in immigration law, evidence law and contract law. Lani Gozlan is appointed as a notary public by the Ministry…
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Kumar Appasawmy
Kumar Appasawmy (also known as Narainsamy Naid Appasawmy) is a licensed paralegal that provides legal services for small claims court, landlord and tenant board, human rights tribunal and mediation…
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Muezzin Qureshi
Muezzin Qureshi is a lawyer that provides legal services in real estate, business law, wills and powers of attorney. Muezzin Qureshi is appointed as a notary public by…
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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…
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between a notary and a commissioner of oaths?
All Ontario notaries are commissioners, but not all commissioners are notaries. Notaries can also certify copies, certify signatures, and notarize documents for international use.
Do I need a notary or a commissioner?
If you only need an oath on a Canadian affidavit, a commissioner is enough. If your document is going outside Ontario, or you need certified copies, you need a notary.


