Commissioner of Oaths & Declarations

You can use the Commissioner of Oaths service for documents such as affidavits and vehicle transfers. The fee is $30.00. The service is provided in Town Hall at the Service Halton Hills counter. Town Hall is currently open for commissioning Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

You must appear before the Commissioner in person and bring photo identification. Documents should not be signed until you appear before the Commissioner of Oaths in person.

The Town of Halton Hills provides Commissioner of Oaths services to assist residents with completing certain documents that require an oath, affirmation or declaration.

This page outlines what this service includes, what to bring and how to access it.

About the Service

A Commissioner of Oaths is authorized to:

Administer oaths and affirmations
Witness signatures on documents
Take statutory declarations

This service confirms that a statement or document has been declared to be true by the individual signing it.

What This Service Covers

The Town may commission documents such as:

Statutory declarations
Affidavits (in limited circumstances)
Government forms requiring a sworn statement
Declarations for insurance or pension purposes

Each request is reviewed individually to ensure it can be commissioned.

What This Service Does Not Cover

The Town cannot commission all documents.

This service does not include:

Legal advice or document preparation
Documents related to real estate transactions
Wills, powers of attorney or probate documents
Documents for use outside of Canada in some cases
Certified true copies of documents

If your document requires a Notary Public, you will need to consult a lawyer or other authorized professional.

Before You Visit

To ensure your document can be commissioned:

Do not sign the document in advance
Bring valid government-issued photo identification
Ensure all documents are complete and ready for review
Confirm that your document qualifies for commissioning

Staff may refuse to commission documents that do not meet requirements.

Fees

A fee may apply for Commissioner of Oaths services.

Applicable fees and payment options will be confirmed at the time of service.

Appointments & Availability

Commissioner of Oaths services may be available by appointment.

📞 Phone: 905‑873‑2600
📧 Email: [email protected]

Please contact Service Halton Hills to:

Confirm availability
Book an appointment
Verify your document can be commissioned

Important to Know

The Commissioner does not certify the accuracy or legality of documents
The service is limited to administering oaths and witnessing declarations
Documents may be refused if they do not meet legislative or policy requirements