Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton - FAQ

A Commissioner for Oaths in and for Alberta is a provincially appointed official authorized to administer oaths and affirmations, commission affidavits and statutory declarations, and witness signatures on documents intended for use within Alberta.

At Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton, all services are provided by a Commissioner for Oaths officially appointed by the Alberta Ministry of Justice and Solicitor General. We regularly commission personal, government, court, employment, registry, and financial declaration documents.

A Commissioner for Oaths cannot provide legal advice, prepare documents, certify true copies, or notarize documents for international use.

You generally need a Commissioner for Oaths to commission documents intended for use within Alberta or Canada. A Notary Public is required when documents must be notarized, certified as true copies, or used outside Alberta or internationally.

A Commissioner for Oaths in Alberta can:
• Administer oaths and affirmations
• Commission affidavits and statutory declarations
• Witness signatures on documents intended for use within Alberta or Canada

A Notary Public can:
• Perform all Commissioner of Oaths duties
• Certify true copies of original documents
• Notarize documents for intended use outside Alberta or internationally
• Notarize certain commercial instruments

If your document specifically states that it must be notarized, requires a certified true copy, or will be used outside of Canada, you need a Notary Public or Lawyer. Otherwise, Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton can assist with commissioning your documents. If you are unsure, please contact us to confirm before booking. 

A Commissioner for Oaths in and for Alberta may commission affidavits, statutory declarations, government and immigration forms (where permitted), court and registry documents, employment, licensing, insurance, real estate, and other documents requiring a Commissioner for Oaths signature and stamp.

At Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton, we regularly commission documents such as:

• Affidavits and affidavit exhibits

• Statutory and solemn declarations

• Government and immigration forms (where permitted)

• Court and registry documents

• Employment, licensing, and insurance declarations

• Real estate and land title–related documents

• Family- and estate-related declarations

A comprehensive list of commonly commissioned documents is available on our homepage.

A Commissioner for Oaths cannot provide legal advice, prepare documents, certify true copies, or notarize photo identification, contracts, deeds, or commercial instruments. 

Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton therefore does not provide Notary Public services or legal services of any kind. All documents must be completed and understood by the client prior to commissioning. 

For complex legal matters or questions regarding document content, clients are encouraged to consult a qualified lawyer before booking an appointment. 

A Commissioner for Oaths cannot:

• Certify true copies of original documents

• Notarize documents intended for use outside Alberta or internationally

• Provide legal advice or prepare documents

If your document instructions state that it must be notarized, must be signed before a Notary Public, or indicate use outside Alberta or Canada, you will need a Notary Public or a Lawyer.  Documents commissioned by a Commissioner for Oaths will clearly state “Commissioner for Oaths in and for Alberta” in the signature block.

A Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton appointment typically involves verifying your identity, administering an oath or affirmation, witnessing your signature, and completing the required jurat and commissioning stamp on your document.

Most appointments take 5–10 minutes and follow a straightforward process:

• Review of documents to confirm they can be commissioned

• Verification of valid, government-issued photo identification

• Informal capacity confirmation (voluntary signing and sound mind)

• Administration of an oath or affirmation

• Signing of documents in the presence of the Commissioner for Oaths

• Completion of the jurat, signature, and commissioning stamp

Once complete, your document is ready for submission. Payment is accepted by cash or e-transfer, and receipts are available upon request. For pricing details, please see our Business Hours & Fees page.

You must bring valid, unexpired government-issued photo identification and all required documents fully completed but not signed prior to your appointment at Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton.

To ensure your appointment goes smoothly, please bring:

• Documents filled out but not signed

• All required signers and witnesses

• Valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID, such as:

  • Alberta driver’s licence

  • Canadian passport

  • Permanent resident card

  • Provincial photo identification card

Documents that are incomplete, pre-signed, or presented without valid photo identification cannot be commissioned.

No. A Commissioner for Oaths does not prepare documents or provide legal advice, so we do not provide those services at Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton. Clients are responsible for ensuring their documents are complete, accurate, and ready for commissioning before booking an appointment.

If you require assistance drafting, completing, or interpreting a document, you should consult a qualified lawyer before your appointment with us.

Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton operates by appointment only to ensure fast, efficient service. Same-day and last-minute appointments are often available, depending on availability.

Appointments ensure:

• No waiting or line-ups

• Dedicated professional service

• Fast and efficient commissioning

After-hours and weekend appointments may be arranged by contacting us by phone or text. Appointments can be booked online through our Book Now page.

Commissioner of Oaths appointments are available seven days a week, by appointment only, between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM.

Same-day and last-minute appointments are often available, depending on availability. Current hours and availability details are listed on our Business Hours & Fees page.

You can book a Commissioner of Oaths appointment online through our secure booking calendar on the Book Now page, or by contacting us directly by phone or text.

For weekend, after-hours, mobile, or special requests, please contact us by phone or text. Full contact details are available on our Location & Contact page.

Commissioner for Oaths services at Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton start at $20, with fees depending on the type of document, the number of documents or commissioning stamps required, and the type of appointment requested.

Fees may vary based on:

• Number of documents

• Number of times the Commissioner for Oaths is required to sign or stamp

• Virtual or mobile appointments

• After-hours or complex requests

All fees include GST. Payment is accepted by cash or e-transfer only. Please see our Business Hours & Fees page for full pricing details.

Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton is centrally located in Edmonton (Forest Heights community) and is easily accessible from all parts of the city, including downtown, north Edmonton, west Edmonton, south Edmonton, and surrounding communities with free parking and same-day appointments.

Full address details, Google Maps Directions, and parking information are available on our Location & Contact page.

Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton serves clients throughout Edmonton and surrounding communities, including Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Leduc, Spruce Grove, Fort Saskatchewan, Stony Plain, Devon, Morinville, Bon Accord, and Namao.

We also serve clients in nearby counties, including Strathcona County, Parkland County, Sturgeon County, and Leduc County.

Services are available by appointment at our Edmonton location, with mobile and limited virtual appointments available where permitted, depending on document requirements.

Yes. Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton offers mobile Commissioner of Oaths appointments throughout Edmonton and surrounding areas, subject to availability and an additional travel fee.

Mobile services are commonly requested for seniors, individuals with mobility challenges, busy professionals, and urgent family or estate matters. To arrange a mobile appointment, please contact us by phone or text.

Limited virtual Commissioner of Oaths appointments may be available for simple, non-contentious documents only, with eligibility confirmed in advance.

Eligibility is assessed on a case-by-case basis, and additional coordination fees may apply. Please contact us directly to confirm whether your documents and situation qualify for virtual commissioning.

A Commissioner of Oaths may act as a witness only when the document does not also require commissioning.

If a document requires commissioning, includes an affidavit of execution, or contains a witness attestation, the Commissioner for Oaths cannot act as the witness. In these cases, a separate, eligible witness must be present.

An eligible witness must be at least 18 years of age and must not be named or have an interest in the document.

Yes. In certain situations, Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton can provide one independent witness for an additional flat fee.

A witness may be provided for appointments scheduled:

• On weekends

• On weekdays after 5:00 PM

Witness availability is limited to one witness per appointment and must be selected during online booking on our Book Now page. For pricing details, please see our Business Hours & Fees page.  We cannot provide a witness for mobile appointments.

Yes. Printing and scanning services are available at Commissioner of Oaths Edmonton for an additional fee.  Current pricing details are listed on our Business Hours & Fees page.