Protecting your family’s future and ensuring your assets are distributed exactly as you intend is one of the most important legal steps you can take. Whether you have prepared your own document and simply need it properly witnessed, or you require comprehensive estate planning from scratch, our licensed Ontario Notary Publics offer fast, affordable, and legally sound Will Notarization and Drafting services in North York.
A Last Will and Testament is a legally binding document that dictates how your estate (your property, finances, and personal belongings) will be managed and distributed after your death. It also allows you to appoint an Executor to handle your affairs and name legal guardians for your minor children.
If you pass away without a valid Will (known as dying “intestate”), your estate will be divided according to the strict formulas set out by the Succession Law Reform Act of Ontario. This can lead to costly delays, unnecessary taxes, and outcomes that do not align with your actual wishes.
We tailor our services to fit your specific estate planning needs:
If you have already drafted your own Will (via an online will kit, a lawyer, or a digital platform), we can act as the official, independent witnesses to ensure the signing is executed in full compliance with Ontario law. We also draft and commission the mandatory Affidavit of Execution, which your Executor will need for probate.
If you do not have a Will, our legal professionals will consult with you to understand your assets and family dynamics, and draft a customized, legally robust Last Will and Testament tailored specifically for you.
Because a Will dictates the transfer of your life’s assets, strict legal formalities must be followed during signing:
If you are bringing your own drafted document, it must be completely filled out but left unsigned. By law, you must sign the Will in the simultaneous physical presence of two witnesses.
You must present an unexpired, government-issued photo ID (such as a Driver’s License, Passport, or Ontario Photo Card).
Ontario law requires a Will to be signed in front of two eligible witnesses. Our Notary Public can serve as one witness. You can bring a trusted friend or colleague as the second, or our office can provide a second witness for a small additional fee. (Note: Anyone named as a beneficiary in your Will, as well as their spouse, is strictly prohibited from acting as a witness).
Estate planning doesn’t have to be prohibitively expensive. We offer transparent pricing with zero hidden fees. Review our complete notary fee schedule for more information.
| Service Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Witnessing Pre-Drafted Will & Affidavit of Execution (Keele & Finch Office) | $25.00 + HST |
| Witnessing Pre-Drafted Will & Affidavit of Execution (York Mills Office) | $20.00 + HST |
| Provision of a Second Witness (If you don't bring one) | $15.00 + HST |
| Custom Last Will Drafting (Includes drafting & all witnessing) | Contact for a custom quote |
| Comprehensive Estate Package (Will + Powers of Attorney) | Contact for a custom quote |
Find the office closest to you. Both of our North York locations offer easy access, professional service, and ample visitor parking.
1280 Finch Ave W Unit 305, North York, ON M3J 3K6, Canada
Centrally located near Keele Street and Highway 400/401. Highly convenient for clients, students, and businesses in York University Heights, Downsview, Bathurst Manor, and Vaughan.
150 Duncan Mill Rd Unit 2, North York, ON M3B 3M4, Canada
Perfectly situated just seconds off the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) and Highway 401, making it ideal for residents of Don Mills, Bayview Village, and busy commuting professionals.
Notary Lawyer North York proudly serves clients throughout North York and the Greater Toronto Area, including York Mills, Don Mills, Downsview, Bayview Village, York University Heights, and Vaughan.
Yes, it is highly recommended. An Affidavit of Execution is a sworn statement made by one of the witnesses to your Will, confirming they watched you sign it. When you pass away, your Executor will need this affidavit to apply for probate. We draft and commission this affidavit as part of our Will witnessing service, saving your Executor massive headaches down the road.
No. Only you (the "Testator") and your two witnesses need to be physically present during the signing.
A Will that is entirely handwritten and signed by you (a "Holograph Will") is legal in Ontario without witnesses. However, if even a single word is typed or pre-printed, it must go through the formal two-witness signing process to be legally valid. Holograph wills are often challenged in court due to vague wording, making professionally witnessed Wills the safest route.
Give yourself and your family peace of mind. Visit either of our North York locations or book your appointment today to ensure your Last Will and Testament is legally binding.
NOTARY LAWYER NORTH YORK
Professional Notary Public and Commissioner of Oaths services in North York, Ontario. Fast, legally binding, and affordable document notarization.
1280 Finch Ave W Unit 305, North York, ON M3J 3K6, Canada
150 Duncan Mill Rd Unit 2, North York, ON M3B 3M4, Canada
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