To book a Commissioner of Oaths appointment, please complete this form. Same-day service is not available.
The request for Commissioner of Oaths service must be made by the individual taking the oath and signing the document.
Commissioner of Oaths
A Commissioner of Oaths is an official authorized by the Province of Ontario to administer oaths, affirmations, and statutory declarations, often for legal documents such as affidavits or sworn statements. Unlike a Notary Public, who has broader legal authority (such as certifying true copies), a Commissioner of Oaths focuses specifically on witnessing and verifying the signing of documents related to affirmations or oaths.
At Town Hall, the Clerk or Deputy Clerk can assist you with commissioning documents by appointment only. They will ensure that the document is signed in their presence and that the individual declaring the document's contents is properly identified.
Please note that same-day service is not available, and certain documents (such as wills or real estate agreements) cannot be commissioned. If your document is required to be signed by a Notary Public, you must contact a lawyer and/or Notary Public.
Important Information
The request for Commissioner of Oaths service must be made by the individual taking the oath and signing the document. You will need to provide one original piece of government-issued photo identification (no photocopies) that includes both your photo and signature, such as a valid driver’s license or passport.
Please note, the Commissioner of Oaths cannot sign documents without proper identification.
The fee for Commissioner of Oaths services is $10 per document, payable at the time of signing by cash, debit, or credit card.
Contact Us
Town of Perth
Town Hall
80 Gore Street East
Perth, Ontario
K7H 1H9
Telephone: (613) 267-3311
Fax: (613) 267-5635