We get lots of questions about notary expiration and How long is a notarized document valid in Canada? in this article we go over some of the popular questions you may wanna know about notarizing documents.
Applying for your Child’s US Passport? If you are the parent of a child under age 16 who is an American citizen and is living in Canada, you might need to obtain a United States passport for your child. You can apply for a US passport in person at a United States Embassy or Consulate […]
You just applied to coach your daughter’s hockey team, and are told that you need one of these. You are not sure what this is or how to go about getting one.
What do I do if I need a Canadian fingerprint-based criminal background check (certified criminal record check), but I am not in Canada? If you are outside Canada and receive a request for a Canadian criminal background check (or Canadian Police Certificate), you may be worried that it is not possible to get one if […]
What do I do if I need to make an insurance claim for lost or stolen possessions? Losing possessions, whether it is because of theft, loss during travel, or damage due to fire or floods, can be very stressful. When you contact your insurance provider about making a claim, they will provide you with information […]
After nearly 19 long months of being closed, the land and sea borders with the United States will be reopening for nonessential travel by fully vaccinated Canadians on November 8, 2021. As well, many international countries are now also open or reopening for nonessential travel by Canadians. This is amazing news for all those who […]
What if I need to commission a document but cannot go to an office to meet with a Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths? The world has changed drastically over the last few months. Red Seal Notary recognizes this and understands that some clients are not able to have their documents commissioned in an office. […]
Applying for Permanent Residence as an Essential Worker or Recent International Graduate in Canada In an effort to boost post-pandemic economic recovery, the Government of Canada has announced a number of new pathways to apply for Permanent Resident status over the last few months. Most recently, on May 6, 2021, they opened 90,000 applicant spots […]
Affidavit of Execution for a Will Any lawyer will tell you that you should have a will. They would have even before the current pandemic. Unfortunately, many people simply cannot make room in their limited budget to hire a professional to help them prepare one. So many write one themselves. How do I prepare a […]