Common Law Declarations — Notary Public GTA

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A statutory declaration of common-law union is used to formally declare a common-law relationship for purposes such as immigration sponsorship, insurance beneficiary changes, pension claims, and government benefits. The declaration must be commissioned by a notary public or commissioner of oaths.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do both partners need to be present?

Generally yes if both are declarants.

What evidence do I need?

The declaration itself doesn’t require attached evidence. The receiving party (e.g., IRCC) may ask for supporting documents separately.

General information only. This article describes how notarial and commissioning practice works in Ontario as of 2026. It is not legal advice. Statutes and regulations change. For advice on a specific situation, consult a lawyer.

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Queen & McCaul

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Lani Gozlan
61 McCaul Street
Toronto, Ontario M5T 2W7
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Close to Public Transit, Close to Subway, Open Daytime, Open Late.

Thornhill Notary Public

Yonge & Clark

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7398 Yonge Street
Suite 29D
Thornhill, Ontario L4J 8J2
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Dufferin & Rogers

Kumar Appasawmy
2045 Dufferin Street
Suite 307
Toronto, Ontario M6E 3R4
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Close to Public Transit, Close to Subway, Open Daytime, Open Weekends.