Wills & POA Signing
Support for properly signing wills and Powers of Attorney, notarizing affidavits of execution, and certifying copies for institutions — all from a local notary public in Kanata.
Signing Appointments
Organized signing appointments for wills and Powers of Attorney, with a focus on clear instructions, proper ID, and calm, unrushed meetings.
Affidavit of Execution
We notarize affidavits of execution for wills, confirming that a witness saw the will-maker sign and that formalities were followed.
Certified Copies of POAs
We certify copies of signed Powers of Attorney as true copies of the original for banks and other institutions.
Do Wills and Powers of Attorney Need to Be Notarized?
In Ontario, a will or Power of Attorney does not need to be notarized to be legally valid. Validity depends on how the document is prepared and signed, including proper witnesses and legal requirements set out in Ontario legislation — not on whether a notary public is involved.
However, some courts, banks, financial institutions, and third parties may ask for supporting notarized documents, such as:
- An affidavit of execution for a will
- A notarized certified true copy of a signed Power of Attorney
Snap Notary helps with these supporting steps by notarizing affidavits of execution and certifying true copies. We do not decide whether your will or POA is valid — questions about validity should be discussed with a lawyer.
Affidavit of Execution for Wills
An affidavit of execution is a sworn statement, usually signed by one of the witnesses to a will, confirming that:
- The witness saw the will-maker sign the will (or acknowledge their signature), and
- The will was signed in accordance with Ontario’s formal requirements.
Courts, probate offices, and some institutions often request an affidavit of execution to help prove that the will was properly signed. At Snap Notary, we:
- Verify the identity of the witness signing the affidavit
- Administer the oath or solemn affirmation
- Notarize the affidavit of execution and apply our notarial seal
Powers of Attorney & Certified Copies
Powers of Attorney for Property and for Personal Care also do not need to be notarized to be valid in Ontario. That said, banks, investment firms, and other organizations may ask for:
- A certified true copy of the signed Power of Attorney, or
- Evidence that the document was properly signed and witnessed.
Snap Notary can:
- Witness signatures on Powers of Attorney where permitted by law
- Check photo ID of the person signing
- Certify copies of signed Powers of Attorney as true copies of the original for institutional use
Wills & POA Notarization Fees
✔ $40 — Will notarization package (includes one notarized affidavit of execution for a single will)
✔ Standard signature fees apply for additional affidavits or related documents, if needed.
✔ Certified true copies of Powers of Attorney follow our regular notarization pricing.
When Our Wills & POA Services May Help
Our services may be helpful when:
- You already have a will drafted and need an affidavit of execution notarized
- You are acting as a witness and have been asked to provide a sworn affidavit
- An institution has requested a certified true copy of a signed Power of Attorney
- You need your ID verified and a supporting document notarized in connection with estate planning paperwork
Book a Wills & POA Notary Appointment
If you’ve been asked to provide an affidavit of execution or a certified copy of a Power of Attorney, we can help with the notarization and certification process.
Book Wills & POA Notary