Notary Clinic

Many people in Nova Scotia find it challenging to access notary services due to affordability, lack of availability in their community, or not knowing where to go.

The Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia is addressing this by providing appointment-based free notary services at the Library.

At these free clinics, notaries can witness signatures and certify true copies of documents. Examples:

• Certifying copies of passports or birth certificates for immigration purposes • Witnessing affidavits relating to court proceedings • Witnessing statutory declarations required by CRA, the Department of Community Services, or other government agencies

Each appointment is 15 minutes in length. Two lawyers will be at the clinic, and registration availability is in 10-minute increments.

Registrants must bring photo ID, documents to be notarized, and a support person or translator if needed. Walk-ins are welcome as time permits but must have photo ID and documents.

Please note: the lawyers will not be able to help prepare legal documents at these clinics.

In partnership with the Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia