Notary Public & Commissioner
Notary Public & Commissioner in North York & Toronto
Based in North York (Downsview) on Wilson Avenue, serving all of Toronto. Affidavits, statutory declarations, certified copies, authentications, and travel consents — notarized properly, often the same day.
A notary public and commissioner for taking affidavits can make a document official — for a bank, a court, an employer, or a foreign government. Cristian Combei provides notary and commissioner services in Toronto and, because he is a lawyer, can advise on the document itself, not simply stamp it.
Notary Public or Commissioner — which do you need?
A Commissioner for Taking Affidavits can administer oaths and take affidavits and statutory declarations for use within Ontario.
A Notary Public can do all of that and more: certify true copies, witness signatures, and notarize documents intended for use outside Ontario or internationally. As a lawyer, Cristian Combei is a notary public — so both are covered.
Documents we handle
- Affidavits
- Statutory declarations
- Commissioner of oaths / taking of oaths
- Certified true copies of documents
- Authentication & legalization (apostille) preparation
- Consent-to-travel letters for minors
- Notarization & witnessing of signatures
Documents for use abroad
If your document is going to another country, notarization is usually the first step. Since 11 January 2024 Canada is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, so many documents now need an apostille from Global Affairs Canada rather than the older authentication-and-legalization route. We prepare the document correctly for that step.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a Notary Public and a Commissioner?
A Commissioner for Taking Affidavits can administer oaths and take affidavits and statutory declarations for use in Ontario. A Notary Public can do all of that and more — certify true copies, witness signatures, and notarize documents for use outside Ontario and internationally. As a lawyer, Cristian Combei is a notary public.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes — please call ahead so we can confirm what you need and book a time. Many notarizations can be done same day.
What should I bring?
Bring valid government photo ID and the document you need notarized. In most cases you should not sign it in advance — the signature is witnessed in front of the notary.
Can you notarize a document for use in another country?
Yes. Notarization is often the first step. Since 11 January 2024 Canada is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, so many foreign documents now require an apostille (issued by Global Affairs Canada) rather than the older authentication-and-legalization process. We can prepare the document for that step.
Do you offer notary services in Spanish or Romanian?
Yes. Cristian Combei speaks English, Spanish, and Romanian — helpful when a document must be explained clearly before you sign.
Need a document notarized?
Call to confirm what you need and book a time. Se habla español · Se vorbește română.
