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We provide secure and convenient remote appointments with an Ontario Licensed Paralegal and Notary Public.  Remote notary services allow documents to be notarized through a live video appointment, eliminating the need to attend in person.​ To complete the remote signing process you must:

 

• have valid government-issued photo ID;

• have access to a device with a camera and microphone;

• have a reliable internet connection;

• be able to participate in a live video appointment; and

• be able to access to your email during the appointment.

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Follow the steps below to book your remote appointment. We look forward to assisting you!

 

Step 1: Pay the Fee

 

The fee for remote document signing services is $65 (CAD). Click the pay now button to pay the fee online.

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Step 2: Book your Appointment

 

After you submit payment, the appointment booking page will open. Appointments are available in 15- minute increments, 7 days a week:

 

Sunday: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Monday: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Friday: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Step 3: Send your Document and Identification

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Send us the document requiring commissioning or notarization and one valid piece of government-issued identification to hello@pararise.ca. The name on your identification must match the name appearing on the document.  Do not sign the document before your appointment. Signing will take place during the remote appointment.​​

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Acceptable identification may include:

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• a valid driver's license;

• a valid Canadian passport;

• a valid Ontario photo card; or

• a permanent resident card.​

 

Your documents will be reviewed to:

 

• verify the service required;

• confirm that remote commissioning or notarization is appropriate; and

• to ensure all pages are present and complete.

 

You may be contacted if further information is required.  

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Once your payment has been received and your submitted documents have been reviewed for eligibility and completeness, you will receive a confirmation email containing your appointment details and a secure video meeting link. 

 

Step 3: Attend the Video Appointment

 

At the scheduled appointment time:

 

• join the video meeting using the provided link;

• present your original government-issued photo identification;

• confirm your identity;

• confirm you understand the document contents; and

• confirm you are signing voluntarily and without coercion.

 

Step 4: Electronic Signing

 

During the appointment:

 

• an electronic signature request will be sent to your email;

• you will sign the document while connected by live video; 

• your identity will be verified; and

• witnessing will occur.

 

Step 5: Commissioning or Notarization

 

Once the signature process is complete:

 

• the document will be commissioned or notarized, as applicable;

• applicable seals, stamps, certificates, and electronic signatures will be applied; and

• the completed document will be finalized and prepared for delivery.

 

Step 6: Delivery

 

Upon completion of your remote appointment, you will receive a finalized electronic copy of your document by email, along with a receipt confirming payment for services. Documents are typically delivered shortly after the appointment has concluded. 

 

Additional certified copies are available upon request and subject to additional fees.

 

Important Information:

 

• All signatories must participate in the video meeting.

• Every signer must provide valid identification.

• Unsigned documents must be provided in advance.

• Documents that appear incomplete, altered, suspicious, or fraudulent will not be commissioned or notarized. 

• Service may be declined if identity cannot be satisfactorily verified.

• Fees are payable before appointments are confirmed. 

 

Cancellation & Rescheduling:

 

If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please provide as much notice as possible. ​​​​