Alberta Notary Services FAQ 1

"Alberta Notary Services Frequently Asked Question # 1 What is the difference between a notary public and a commissioner for oaths? Answer : In Alberta, a notary public can do whatever a commissioner for oaths can do, but a commissioner for oaths may not have all the powers of a notary public. In Alberta, a notary public is automatically a commissioner for oaths, but the reverse does not hold: a commissioner for oaths is not automatically a  notary public. A notary public can certify copies of documents and can act as a witness for documents that are to be used outside of Alberta. A commissioner for oaths generally cannot certify copies of documents and should not typically act as a witness for documents meant to be used outside of Alberta. For more information, visit: http://www.russweninger.com/ Or call: 403-265-4496 today! "