Real Estate Document Notarization
Real estate transactions in Ontario require notarized documents at multiple stages ΓÇö from purchase agreements and mortgage paperwork to title transfers and closing documents. A notary public verifies the identity of all signing parties, witnesses signatures, and ensures documents are properly executed for registration with the land registry office.
Documents You'll Need
- Valid Government-Issued Photo ID for All Signers ΓÇö each party signing must present a Canadian passport, driver's licence, or PR card
- Property Documents ΓÇö purchase agreement, title deed, mortgage documents, or transfer paperwork provided by your lawyer or real estate agent
- Property Details ΓÇö legal description, municipal address, and PIN (Property Identification Number) of the property
- Mortgage or Lender Documents ΓÇö if applicable, any documents required by your lender or financial institution
- Power of Attorney ΓÇö if signing on behalf of another party, a valid and notarized power of attorney
Step-by-Step Process
- Submit documents for pre-review ΓÇö send your real estate documents to us in advance via email or our online form. We review the package for completeness and identify any missing signatures or pages.
- Coordinate all signers ΓÇö all parties who need to sign must be present at the appointment. If a party cannot attend, a notarized power of attorney is required.
- Identity verification ΓÇö the notary verifies the identity of every signer using valid government-issued photo ID.
- Document review and explanation ΓÇö the notary reviews each document with the parties, ensuring everyone understands what they are signing.
- Witnessed signing ΓÇö all parties sign the documents in the presence of the notary. The notary witnesses each signature.
- Notarization and sealing ΓÇö the notary stamps, signs, and seals all documents. Copies are made for your records if needed.
- Delivery ΓÇö the notarized documents are returned to you or forwarded to your lawyer for registration.
Important: Real estate signings often involve tight deadlines. Book your appointment as early as possible and send documents for review at least 24 hours in advance to avoid delays.
Book Your Appointment
Ready to get your real estate documents notarized? Book now or call us directly at +1 (437) 239-6833.