Sworn Affidavits
Swearing or affirming an affidavit and completing the required notarial certificate.
Serving Sylvan Lake, Alberta
Notarial Services
Shannon Barry · Appointed Notary Public for the Province of Alberta
Integrity in Every Signature.
In-officeBy appointment; address provided when confirmedMobileAvailable within Sylvan LakeAfter-hoursAvailable by request
I’m a Sylvan Lake resident, wife and mom, and an appointed Notary Public for the Province of Alberta.
I’m originally from South Africa, and when my family began our immigration journey to Canada, I personally took on the responsibility of managing our applications and the extensive documentation that came with them.
That experience was the beginning of a professional path into the immigration sector, where I went on to work for several years as a legal assistant, supporting detailed and often time-sensitive client files. The work demanded accuracy, discretion and a strong understanding of documentation and procedural requirements — experience that now forms an important part of the professional standard I bring to Sylvan Lake Notary.
Sylvan Lake is home for us now. Outside of work, most of my time is spent with my husband and kids, and on a warm evening there’s a good chance you’ll find us walking along the lake.
Services
How I can help
These are some of the services I’m most often asked for. If you’re unsure which service applies, send me the document name or a brief description.
Statutory Declarations
Taking a statutory declaration and completing the required notarial certificate.
Certified True Copies
Comparing a copy with the original and certifying it as a true copy.
Witnessing Execution
Witnessing a signature and completing the required notarial wording where a Notary Public is needed.
Travel Consent Letters
Witnessing the signing of a travel consent letter for a child travelling without one or both parents.
Identity, Residency & Status
Declarations relating to identity, residency or immigration status.
Immigration-related Notarization
Notarizing immigration-related documents where a Notary Public is required.
Apostille Applications
Help with Canadian apostille submissions, including document review, routing and tracked shipping.
Document examples
Common document requests
These are a few of the documents I’m regularly asked to assist with. I also work with many other types of documents.
- Dower Consent & Acknowledgment
- Child Travel Consent Letters
- Divorce & Family Documents
- Insurance Documents
- Affidavits
- Statutory Declarations
- Certified copies of passports, identification and other original documents
- Immigration-related documents requiring notarization
Have another document? Send me the document name or a brief description. I’ll confirm the details with you before booking.
Please note: I assist with prepared documents that require notarization, witnessing, swearing or certification. I do not provide legal or immigration advice or prepare legal documents.
Understanding the roles
Notary Public or Commissioner for Oaths?
The roles overlap, but they are not the same. Your document instructions will usually tell you which one is required.
Commissioner for Oaths
Oaths, affidavits and declarations
- A Commissioner for Oaths may administer oaths and take and receive affidavits, affirmations or declarations in and for Alberta.
- A Commissioner for Oaths cannot act as a Notary Public.
Notary Public
Broader notarial authority
- A Notary Public may perform the same oath, affidavit, affirmation and declaration services.
- A Notary Public may also certify and attest true copies, and witness or certify and attest the execution of documents.
A Notary Public can act as a Commissioner for Oaths. If you’re not sure which one you need, send me the document details before booking.
Official Alberta information: Notaries Public · Commissioners for Oaths
Fee schedule
Notary fees
Most appointments follow the fees below. If your appointment is different, I’ll confirm the fee with you beforehand.
PaymentCash preferred · E-transfer acceptedPayment is required in full at the appointment. A receipt is available upon request.
First notarial act or document$35
Each additional act or documentSame appointment$15
Certified true copy — first$30
Each additional certified true copySame appointment$10
Each exhibit attached to a document$5
Mobile appointment within Sylvan Lake+$10
Apostille application co-ordination
First document submission package$165
Each additional documentSame submission$35
Includes standard tracked outgoing and return shipping for one Canadian government submission. Government and notarial fees are additional where required.
Before your appointment
Prepare for your appointment
My appointment guide covers what to bring, identification, copies, payment and a few practical details before you arrive.
Already booked? Review the appointment preparation guide.
Document basics
Common notarial terms
A few terms you may see on documents that require a notarial service.
What is an affidavit?+
An affidavit is a written statement of facts that a person swears or affirms is true before an authorized official.
What is a statutory declaration?+
A statutory declaration is a written statement that a person solemnly declares to be true before an authorized official.
What is a certified true copy?+
A Notary Public compares a copy with the original document presented and certifies that the copy is a true copy of that original.
What is an apostille?+
An apostille is a certificate issued by a designated Canadian authority for certain public documents intended for use in another country. Requirements depend on the document, issuing jurisdiction and destination.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions
Do I need an appointment?+
Yes. All services are by appointment only.
How long does an appointment take?+
Most straightforward appointments take about 15 minutes. Appointments involving multiple documents or additional requirements may take longer.
What is your cancellation policy?+
At least 24 hours’ notice is required if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment.
Do you offer online or video appointments?+
No. Appointments are held in person, either at my Sylvan Lake location or through mobile service within Sylvan Lake.
Do you offer Dower Consent & Acknowledgment?+
Yes. Dower Consent & Acknowledgment is available by appointment.
Can you notarize a travel consent letter?+
Yes. I can witness or notarize travel consent letters.
What if I’m not sure which service I need?+
Send me the document name or a brief description and I’ll let you know how I can assist.
My document isn’t in English. Can you still help?+
Please contact me before booking so I can review what’s required.
Request an appointment
Tell me about your document.
Send me the basic details and I’ll get back to you with the fee and available appointment times.
Local businesses & professionals
Let’s Work Together!
I’d love to connect with local businesses and professionals in Sylvan Lake who are looking for a dependable notary contact for their clients and teams.
If you’re looking for a trusted local referral option, I’d be happy to connect and build a strong working relationship.
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