Who Notarizes Documents in Ontario?
Notary Public / Commissioner of Oaths — In Ontario, lawyers and certain professionals serve as notaries; Commissioners handle affidavits.
A mobile notary in Ontario travels to your home, office, hospital, or care facility to authenticate signatures, administer oaths, and notarize documents. This is especially useful for clients with limited mobility, urgent deadlines, or documents that require multiple signatories in different locations.
Mobile Notary Coverage Across Ontario
Browse 20 cities with active mobile notary coverage in Ontario. Click a city to find verified notaries serving that area.
Common Mobile Notary Services in Ontario
Affidavits & Statutory Declarations
Sworn statements for court, immigration, and insurance matters.
Certified True Copies
Notarized copies of passports, diplomas, and ID for official use.
Oaths & Affirmations
Administered for legal filings, government forms, and overseas use.
Real Estate & Mortgage Documents
Authentication of signatures on property and lending paperwork.
Travel Consent Letters
For minors travelling with one parent or a guardian outside Canada.
Apostille-Ready Notarizations
Documents prepared for the Hague Apostille (Canada joined Jan 2024).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can notarize documents in Ontario?
In Ontario, lawyers and certain professionals serve as notaries; Commissioners handle affidavits.
How much does a mobile notary cost in Ontario?
Fees vary by notary, document type, distance travelled, and time of day. MobileNotaryNet doesn't set or take a cut of fees — you contact notaries directly for a quote.
Can a Ontario notarized document be used abroad?
Yes. Since 11 January 2024, Canada is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. A document notarized in Ontario can receive an apostille from Global Affairs Canada or the relevant provincial authority for use in any of the 120+ member countries.
Do mobile notaries travel to hospitals and care homes in Ontario?
Yes — many of the Ontario notaries listed on MobileNotaryNet specialise in bedside visits for wills, powers of attorney, and personal directives. Contact the notary directly to confirm same-day availability.