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| What is an affidavit? |
| It is a declaration of statement of facts, confirmed by the oath of the party making the affidavit. It is taken before a person having authority to administer such an oath. They are used for a number of purposes, generally being used for the purpose of establishing legal rights.
The Commissioners for Taking Affidavits Act (Provincial Act) empowers Heads of Council, Municipal Clerks, Deputy Clerks and Treasurers to take various types of declarations, to certify documents and to administer Oaths. A Commissioner's stamp is affixed to the document once the oath has been taken and signatures have been witnessed. |
| Who may take the oath? |
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In Ontario, an Oath must be taken before a Commissioner for Taking Affidavits (the Municipal Clerk and Deputy Clerk are designated as Commissioners within our Township). |
| When is the service available? |
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This service is available during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday). It is requested that those who need the service of a Commissioner call in advance to ensure the availability of the Clerk or Deputy Clerk. |
| What do I need to bring? |
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The person swearing or affirming to a document must appear before the Commissioner of Oath. Proper identification (photo ID) such as a valid driver's license, current passport or any other government issued photo identification must be presented as well as the completed affidavit with the exception of the signature. The signing of the affidavit must be completed in the presence of the Commissioner. |
| Is there a fee? |
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Currently, there is no fee charged for this service. |
| What types of affidavits can be signed? |
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Affidavits that related to work that is NOT done in connection with the business of the municipality may be signed by a Commissioner for Taking Affidavits. These affidavits include but are not limited to:
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| What service is not provided? |
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We are not able to prepare or edit affidavits, or provide legal advice. Any questions or required assistance in completing the affidavit document should be directed to the agency or party that has requested the form. The Commissioner for Taking Affidavits is not able to counsel or assist a person with completing the affidavit document. We do not supply blank affidavit forms nor will such affidavit forms be sworn by a Commissioner for Taking Affidavits. All affidavit forms being presented for signing must be completed prior to presentation for commissioning excluding the signature of the applicant. |
| Where do I go if I require a Notary Public? |
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We are not able to notarize documents at the Municipality. A list of Notary Publics and lawyers who notarize documents can be found in your local phone directory. |