FAQs Archive
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In many cases, the answer is yes. However, that depends on the type of document in question, whether a copy is acceptable to the recipient abroad, and (if applicable) the embassy or consulate requirements.
If you have a Canadian document that is destined for a country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, you will need to review the document apostille process.
We can provide you with a free consultation and a detailed quote. Contact an IDC expert to find out more about your document requirements.
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A certified true copy is a photocopy of an original document that was made and certified by a Canadian Notary Public (simply called a Notary in Quebec). The Notary Public places their signature and seal on the document while making a statement that it is a "true copy" of the original document.
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A certified true copy of a document is made by a Canadian Notary Public. You will need to take your original document to a Notary Public and they will make the copy, making a statement on the copy that it is a "Certified True Copy" of the original, and include their signature and embossed seal.
If you do not have access to a Canadian Notary Public, we can help! We can manage all steps of the notarization process on your behalf. Contact us today!
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Yes, in most cases we can make a certified true copy on your behalf. We would require the original document, which we will take to a Canadian Notary Public, who will make the certified true copy. The Notary Public will add their signature and seal, as well as a statement that it is a certified true copy of the original document.
However, there are some cases where a certified true copy may not be acceptable. For example, Global Affairs Canada and most provincial offices do not accept copies of Vital Statistics documents. In addition, there are some diplomatic missions that only accept original documents.
We also recommend that before you have a certified true copy made, you first verify with the recipient abroad that a copy will be acceptable.
Feel free to contact our friendly staff for assistance and to answer your questions. We will make sure your documents meet the criteria of the apostille, or authentication and legalization, process.
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No! In fact, Global Affairs Canada will now only apostille documents from certain jurisdictions. If you would like to find out if your documents can be apostilled provincially, you will need to research the requirements.
List of document apostille offices across Canada for your reference:
British Colombia Ministry of Justice
Ontario Official Documents Services
Ministry of Justice Saskatchewan
Feel free to contact our friendly specialists to discuss the specifics of your situation and determine where to obtain the apostille.
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Global Affairs Canada and each provincial office has specific requirements for how documents need to be prepared for authentication. These requirements will depend on the type and origin of your documents. Global Affairs Canada does outline these requirements on their website here: Global Affairs Canada
Also note, that for your documents to be legalized they will have to meet the specific requirements of the appropriate embassy or consulate. These requirements vary and can change often.
Contact our friendly staff to discuss the requirements that apply to your specific situation, or review our instructions on how to prepare your documents for authentication and legalization.
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