A statutory declaration is a written statement of facts that you solemnly declare to be true. Federal bodies use the form set out in section 41 of the Canada Evidence Act. If a government department gives you its own form, use that instead.
This template is a general starting point, not legal advice. The organization receiving your document may require its own form or specific wording, so check with them first. Do not sign or date it before your appointment: you sign in front of the notary or commissioner.
Template
CANADA ) PROVINCE OF ONTARIO ) IN THE MATTER OF [subject, e.g. "my lost diploma"] TO WIT: ) I, [FULL NAME], of the [City/Town] of [___], in the Province of [___], do solemnly declare that: 1. [First fact.] 2. [Next fact.] 3. [Add paragraphs as needed.] AND I make this solemn declaration conscientiously believing it to be true, and knowing that it is of the same force and effect as if made under oath. DECLARED before me at the City of Hamilton, in the Province of Ontario, on 2026. ______________________________ ______________________________ Commissioner for Taking Affidavits [Signature of declarant] (or as may be)
Ready to have it sworn or declared? Book an appointment or call or text 289-207-0851. $45 for the first document, $15 for each additional document at the same visit. Bring valid government-issued photo ID.