Yes. Ontario Regulation 431/20 permits an oath or declaration to be administered remotely when its requirements are satisfied. The Commissioner and the person making the affidavit or declaration must be able to see, hear and communicate with each other in real time throughout the transaction.

Many OSAP affidavits can be commissioned remotely. The particular requirements depend upon the document requested by OSAP or your financial aid office.

Generally, no. If your signature must be sworn or affirmed before the Commissioner, wait until your appointment and follow the Commissioner's instructions.

You will need appropriate identification that allows the Commissioner to confirm your identity. We will provide identification instructions before your appointment.

No. Eligible documents can be remotely commissioned from locations throughout Ontario, subject to the requirements applicable to the particular document.

Not necessarily. Ontario law permits remote commissioning, but that does not require every court, government agency, foreign authority, bank, business or other recipient to accept a remotely commissioned document. If you are uncertain, confirm the receiving organization's requirements before your appointment.

A certified true copy generally requires the Notary Public to compare the copy against the original document. Where the required notarial act cannot lawfully be performed remotely, an in-person appointment will be required.

It depends upon the document and the requirements of the destination country. Documents intended for international use may require notarization, an apostille or authentication/legalization. These requirements should be determined before completing the document.