What is the Statutory Declaration to Confirm the Relationship of an Extended Family Member in Canada The Canadian government made an important announcement on 17th November, 2023 about opening a dedicated humanitarian pathway to grant permanent residence to foreign nationals from Haiti, Venezuela, and Colombia. This initiative, formally known as the “Temporary Public Policy to […]
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What’s a Statutory Declaration? A statutory declaration is a legal document used to confirm that certain information is correct. It is basically a written statement you declare is true before someone authorized to administer oaths, like a notary public or a commissioner of oaths. It is often contained in government forms requiring information under various […]
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If you sue someone in Small Claims Court, you might find yourself needing to submit an affidavit of service. This is an important document that stands as proof that one party received legal documents from another. What is an Affidavit of Service? An Affidavit of Service, sometimes referred to as Proof of Service, provides proof […]
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What are Sworn Affidavits? Understanding the Key Details Sworn affidavits are written legal statements made under affirmation or oath, stating that the contents of the document are true. They can be used in legal proceedings to establish facts, present testimony, or provide proof of certain events or circumstances. The individual making the affidavit, known as […]
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When do I need to prove where I live? Providing proof of residence in Canada is an important requirement for many different transactions such as applying for a passport, a bank account or even employment. As well, if you are applying for permanent residence status in Canada or renewing your Permanent Resident (PR) card, you […]
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Where do I get something Notarized? Do you have a document that needs notarizing – perhaps a copy of your passport for a bank application, or an inheritance document from another country? Are you confused about who is qualified to notarize the document and whether you need to go through the expense and time of […]
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Parental Consent for Children’s United States Passport Obtaining a passport for a child can be a time-consuming and stressful process, particularly if you do not currently live in the country you need the passport from. If you are an American citizen with a child under the age of 16 living in Canada, you do have […]
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Canada is a popular destination for visitors, with over 20 million people visiting each year. If you are planning to invite a friend or relative to visit you in Canada, it is important to check whether travellers from their country are required to obtain a visitor visa. This information can be found on the Government […]
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The short answer is yes. You can bring all types of documents to a notary, including official typed documents as well as handwritten ones. What is the Difference between notarizing and commissioning a document? Commissioning a document involves swearing or affirming that the contents are true in front of a notary public or commissioner of […]
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March Break is fast approaching, and many parents dream of getting out of the cold and soaking up some sun on a tropical beach. Even if one or both parents are stuck at work, a family member or friend may offer to take your child on vacation. To ensure no delays or issues when traveling […]
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Why notarize a document? Notarizing documents in Canada is a process that helps to ensure the validity of signatures on legal documents. Documents that may require notarization include, but are not limited to, Deeds, Mortgages, Contracts, Pension, and Insurance Forms, Letters of Invitation, and Separation Agreements. The presence of a notary public helps to protect […]
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Consent to Travel Letters If you want to travel with your child outside of Canada, you may need to bring a travel consent letter from the other parent. This document is permission from the child’s other parent or guardian that confirms their agreement for the child to travel. It’s strongly advised if you are traveling […]
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