With many documents, notarization is required before they can be apostilled. However, original long-form birth and other vital certificates (death, marriage) do not typically need to be notarized. They can be submitted for an apostille as is. Additionally, Global Affairs Canada does not accept notarized copies of vital certificates, like birth certificates. Original official long-form certificates issued by the province are required.

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