How Notarize.ca’s online notary services work

To book your Notarize.ca appointment, go to the Notarize.ca log-in page and sign in. (If you’re new to Notarize.ca, you’ll need to set up your account first.)

Click on New Appointment. Select your preferred date, time and notary, then upload your documents. 

If you’re having issues booking your appointment, contact us for help - we’re happy to help.

You will need access to a computer, smartphone or tablet with an internet connection and a web camera. Notarize.ca works best with Chrome, Edge or Safari.

You will also need to show the notary one piece of valid government-issued photo identification. Your identification can be Canadian or from another country.

You do not need to print your documents before the appointment because you will be signing electronically. The exception is wills and powers of attorney - you will need printed copies to sign during your appointment.

We accept the following types of identification:

One piece of valid (non-expired) government-issued photo identification, such as a passport, driver's licence, photo identification card, citizenship card or status card; OR

Two pieces of valid government-issued non-photo identification, such as a social insurance card, birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc.

We accept Canadian and non-Canadian forms of identification.

If you don’t have any of these types of documents, contact us for help.

Yes! You can use Notarize.ca if you’re not in Ontario. Notarize.ca is available to anyone anywhere in Canada.

Yes! You can use Notarize.ca if you’re not in Canada. Notarize.ca is available to anyone anywhere in the world.

At your appointment start time, log-in to your Notarize.ca account. Click on My Appointments. When the notary starts your appointment, you will see a green join session button. Click the join session button to meet with your notary.

Absolutely! Contact us for help - we will find a solution for you.

Simply add the additional signer’s information when you book your appointment.

If your additional signer is in a different location, they will automatically receive an email with the link to join the online notary appointment.

You will receive your notarized document by email just a few seconds after it is signed.

Of course! We are happy to accommodate accessibility requests, including use of different kinds of assistive technology, different methods of communication or longer appointments. Contact us and we will help you.

We understand that everyone has different experiences and comfort levels with technology. You don’t need to be an expert to use Notarize.ca - our system is easy and straightforward. Your notary will walk you through every step of the signing process. 

If you need extra assistance or a different option for online notarization, contact us. We will find a solution for you.