Notary Public in Alberta
In Alberta, lawyers and certain designated professionals may serve as Notaries Public. Many routine commissioning services may also be performed by a Commissioner for Oaths.
Who can act as a notary in Alberta
Active Alberta lawyers are notaries by virtue of their membership in the Law Society of Alberta. Other professionals (MPs, MLAs, judges, students-at-law) may also act, and the Attorney General may appoint additional notaries.
Common notarial services
- Notarizing signatures, affidavits, and statutory declarations
- Certifying true copies of documents
- Administering oaths and affirmations
- Witnessing travel consent letters and international forms
How fees work
Alberta notaries set their own fees. Mobile-notary pricing typically reflects travel distance and time-of-day.
Apostille & international authentication
Alberta documents are apostilled by Global Affairs Canada (Ottawa) or, for provincial documents, may first be authenticated through Alberta Justice before being apostilled.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a Notary Public and a Commissioner for Oaths in Alberta?
A Commissioner can administer oaths and take affidavits within Alberta. A Notary Public can do that plus certify true copies and notarize documents for use outside the province or country.