Affidavits
A sworn or affirmed written statement of facts, signed in front of a commissioner. Courts, tribunals, insurers, employers and government agencies rely on affidavits as evidence.
AFFIDAVIT OF [NAME]
I, [Name], of the City of Toronto, MAKE OATH AND SAY:
JURAT
Sworn before me at Toronto, Ontario on [date]
Commissioner
Your signature
Common reasons people need an affidavit
If an organization asks for a "sworn statement" or a statement "signed before a commissioner", you need an affidavit.
Court & tribunal filings
Family, small claims, landlord and tenant, and other proceedings.
Insurance claims
Proof of loss, accident details and disability claims.
Benefit applications
Supporting statements for government and pension benefits.
Employment & financial
Proof of income, support, or circumstances for employers and lenders.
Online or in person?
| Item | Remote/Online | In person / mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Available | Yes — remote commissioning is permitted in Ontario | Yes |
| How you sign | Electronically during the live session | Wet ink, in front of the commissioner |
| ID check | Online government-ID and selfie check before the session | Original photo ID shown in person |
| You receive | Sealed digital copy, ready to download | Signed paper original |
| Best when | The recipient accepts electronic filings | The recipient wants a wet-ink original |
What you need to bring
Have these ready so we can complete your affidavit in one session.
- Valid government photo ID — driver's licence, passport or provincial photo card. The name must match the affidavit.
- The completed, unsigned affidavit. We commission it; we don't draft it or give legal advice on its contents.
- Any exhibits referred to in the affidavit, in order. Each exhibit is stamped and signed by the commissioner.
- Know whether you'll swear or affirm. Swearing is a religious oath; affirming is a solemn promise. Both are equally binding.
- An interpreter, if needed. You must understand the affidavit. The interpreter also swears an oath and must attend.
How your appointment works
- 1
Identity confirmed
We check your photo ID against the name on the affidavit.
- 2
Document reviewed
We confirm it's complete and that you understand it.
- 3
Oath or affirmation
You swear or affirm that the contents are true, then sign.
- 4
Commissioned
We complete the jurat, mark exhibits and apply our stamp.
Fee: [FEE PER AFFIDAVIT] · [FEE PER EXHIBIT]
Ready to swear your affidavit?
Questions first? Email info@benefitclaims.ca.