Commissioner for Oaths and Notary Public

1010 - 1874 Scarth Street
Regina, SK.  S4P 4B3
Inquiries:  (306) 787-4117
Fax: (306)787-8737

What is an oath?
An oath is a solemn declaration that a statement is true. An oath must be taken before a Commissioner of Oaths or a Notary Public for it to be valid. Oaths are often used to confirm a written statement, known as an affidavit, for use in court, estate or land title transactions.

What does a Commissioner for Oaths do?
A "Commissioner for Oaths In and For Saskatchewan" can administer oaths on documents for use in the province of Saskatchewan.

A "Commissioner for Oaths Without Saskatchewan" can administer oaths outside Saskatchewan for documents to be used in Saskatchewan.

What does a Notary Public do?
A Notary Public can sign passport documents, certify copies of birth certificates and certify documents under The Homestead Act. A Notary Public can also administer oaths for affidavits to be used in or out of Saskatchewan.

Notarized documents sometimes requires authentication of the signature.

Where can I find a Commissioner for Oaths or a Notary Public?
You can find Commissioner for Oaths and Notary Publics through your bank or in the yellow pages of the phone book. In addition, all lawyers are Notary Publics and Commissioners for Oaths.

What are the qualifications to become a Commissioner for Oaths or a Notary Public?
You must be at least 18 years of age and a Canadian citizen or British subject.

Do I have to take a course to become a Commissioner for Oaths or a Notary Public?
No.

How do I apply to become a Commissioner for Oaths or a Notary Public in Saskatchewan?
Call Court Services in Regina at (306) 787-4117.

How long does it take to be appointed a Commissioner for Oaths or a Notary Public?
The certificates are approved monthly by the Deputy Minister of Justice. The certificates are effective the last day of the month in which the application is received.

How much does it cost to become a Commissioner for Oaths or a Notary Public?
The fees to become a Commissioner for Oaths are $100. Police pay only $10 and Saskatchewan provincial government employees are exempt from any fees. The term is for five years.

The fees to become a Notary Public are $200. Saskatchewan provincial government employees are exempt from the fees. The term is for five years.