On November 30, 2013, the Ministry of Government Services (MGS) revised the process for screening its contractors. If you are a contractor supplying goods or services to Ontario Public Service (OPS) ministries, Commission Public Bodies (CPB), or Infrastructure Ontario (IO), and have been asked to provide a criminal record check – also known as a […]
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An affidavit is a written statement of facts, confirmed by an oath or affirmation. Affidavits are sworn before an officer having the authority to administer oaths or affirmations, such as a notary public or commissioner of oaths. An Affidavit of Service (also called Proof of Service) confirms to the courts that certain legal documents have […]
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In order to legally practice kinesiology in Ontario, you must be registered with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario. Only registered kinesiologists may use the designation R.Kin., which assures the public you have met the entry-to-practice requirements. It is an offence to call yourself a kinesiologist or to use the designation R.Kin before you have […]
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[editor’s note: Since this article was published in 2013 the College has moved to an online application process. Some of the information may be obsolete.] To work as a medical radiation technologist in the province of Ontario, you must be registered with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO). You can […]
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Opticianry is a regulated health profession. As such, every practicing optician in Ontario (including intern and student opticians) must be registered with the College of Opticians of Ontario. Applying for a Certificate of Registration: Notarization Requirements When applying for your Certificate of Registration, some of your supporting documents must be notarized. Verification of Your Legal […]
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In order to practise optometry in Ontario, you must hold a General Certificate of Registration issued by the College of Optometrists of Ontario. Notarized Documents When you apply to the College for your certificate, you may be asked to provide a number of notarized documents: Your application form. Include a notarized passport photo – bring the […]
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If you are a practising chiropractor in Ontario, you must be licensed by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO). Registration requirements are the same for domestically or internationally trained applicants. To register with the CCO, you must: be a graduate of an accredited chiropractic college; have completed the Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board examinations or […]
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In order to practise dentistry in Ontario, you must be registered with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). Certificates of Registration You can obtain a Certificate of Registration by submitting an application form to the RCDSO. Certificates of Registration are issued in the following categories: General (general practitioners) Academic (academic appointment at professorial level) […]
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To become a registered dental hygienist in Ontario, you must apply to the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO). You can apply if you are: a graduate of an accredited or non-accredited dental hygiene programme; a past registrant with the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO); or a registrant of another dental hygiene […]
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In order to practise nursing in Ontario, all nurses must hold a valid Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). Internationally Trained Nursing Applicants If you are an internationally trained nurse applying for your Certificate of Registration, you are required to have your transcripts sent directly to the CNO from the institution […]
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At Red Seal Notary, we continuously develop new and improved ways to save you time and money. We know that having your documents notarized can sometimes be a hassle, primarily if you work long hours, have family obligations, and don’t have the time to visit one of our offices. Well, now, you don’t have to. […]
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Most official documents are still being issued as hard copies (such as college diplomas, marriage certificates, birth certificates, etc.), and if you are asked to have these documents notarized, simply present the original documents to a notary, who will make photocopies and certify that they are true copies of the originals. In recent years, however, […]
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