Notary & Commissioner Finder
Don't overpay for legal signatures. Select your document type to find out whether you need a Notary or a Commissioner, see estimated market rates, and find local offices.
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Canada Notary Public & Commissioner of Oaths Finder (2026 Rates)
⚖️ 2026 Legal Alert: Do you actually need a Notary, or will a cheaper Commissioner of Oaths do? If your document is staying inside your specific province (like a local court affidavit), a Commissioner is sufficient and costs less. However, if you need a “Certified True Copy” (like a passport copy for IRCC) or your document is going overseas, you MUST use a Notary Public. Use our tool to find the nearest legal professional and calculate your exact fees.
Whether you are applying for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR), writing an invitation letter for a family member’s visa, or finalizing real estate documents, you will inevitably be asked to get your paperwork “Notarized” or “Commissioned.” But navigating the legal fees can be tricky. Some law firms charge up to $100 for a simple signature! Our Notary Public & Commissioner of Oaths Finder helps you locate affordable, verified professionals near your postal code. It also includes an automatic fee calculator so you know exactly what the standard 2026 rates are for your first document and any additional seals.
How to Notarize Documents Affordably in Canada
Don’t overpay for a simple signature. Follow these steps to get your documents legalized legally and cheaply:
- Know the Difference: A Commissioner of Oaths can administer oaths and take affidavits, but their authority is strictly local. A Notary Public has all the powers of a Commissioner, PLUS they can verify “Certified True Copies” of original documents, and their red/gold seal is recognized internationally.
- Calculate the 2026 Standard Fees: The industry average for a Notary in Canada is between $35 to $50 CAD for the first document signature. The secret? Every additional document signed in the same visit should only cost you $15 to $20 CAD. Avoid firms that charge full price for the second document.
- Consider Remote Online Notarization (RON): Since the recent law changes, you don’t even need to leave your house for many documents! You can hop on a secure Zoom call with an online Notary (averaging $40 CAD) to digitally sign and seal affidavits and statutory declarations.
- Do NOT Sign Before Arriving: This is the #1 mistake people make. A Notary or Commissioner must physically (or virtually) witness you signing the document. If you sign it at home, they will force you to print a new copy and start over.