Statutory Declarations in Langley
Get Your Statutory Declaration Completed With Confidence
When you’re asked for a statutory declaration, it’s usually because an organization needs formal written confirmation before your application, file, claim, record, or request can move forward.
At Lilian Cazacu Notary Corporation, we help make that next step clear. Our Langley office assists clients with statutory declarations and other notarization services, serving individuals and families from Langley, Aldergrove, Willoughby, and across the Fraser Valley.
Bring your declaration, your identification, and any instructions from the organization requesting the document. We’ll walk you through the signing process, confirm your identity, and help you complete the notarization step within our notarial scope.
What Is a Statutory Declaration?
A statutory declaration is a written statement that you solemnly declare to be true before an authorized person.
In British Columbia, a Commissioner for Taking Affidavits is appointed or designated under the Evidence Act to administer oaths and affirmations and to take affidavits and declarations. The BC Government confirms that commissioners may take affidavits and declarations as permitted or required by law.
The organization receiving your declaration may require a specific form, exact wording, supporting documents, or a particular signing process. Before your appointment, confirm what they need so you can avoid unnecessary delays.
When You May Need a Statutory Declaration
Statutory declarations often come up in everyday administrative situations where a simple letter or email isn’t enough. The receiving party needs you to formally declare facts in writing.
You may be asked for a statutory declaration to help confirm:
- Your identity, residency, or personal details
- A difference between names on documents
- The loss or absence of a document
- Facts connected to a school, employment, or licensing requirement
- Information requested by an insurer or financial institution
- Travel-related or consent-related information
- Details required for a government, registry, or institutional process
If you’ve been given a form, checklist, or written instructions, please bring them with you (or send it to us in advance, so we can confirm whether we can notarize it or not). That helps us focus on the exact document you’ve been asked to complete.
Statutory Declaration vs. Affidavit
Statutory declarations and affidavits are similar, but they’re not interchangeable in every situation.
An affidavit is a written statement confirmed by oath or solemn affirmation. A statutory declaration is a written statement solemnly declared to be true. Both are formal documents, and both should be handled carefully.
The receiving party usually decides which one they need. If they’ve asked for a statutory declaration, don’t substitute an affidavit unless they confirm that it’s acceptable.
| Document | What You're Doing | Common Context |
|---|---|---|
| Statutory Declaration | Solemnly declaring that written facts are true | Often used for administrative, government, institutional, travel, insurance, registry, or application-related purposes |
| Affidavit | Swearing or affirming that written facts are true | Often used where a sworn or affirmed written statement is required |
How We Help With Statutory Declarations
Your goal is to complete the declaration properly so you can move forward with the organization requesting it. Our role is to make the signing process clear, careful, and easier to understand.
At your appointment, we’ll typically:
- Confirm your identity using valid identification
- Review the declaration for completeness before signing
- Confirm that you understand the nature of the document
- Administer the solemn declaration
- Witness your signature
- Apply the appropriate notarial signature and seal, where required
We can’t guarantee that a government office, registry, institution, insurer, employer, school, or other receiving authority will accept your statutory declaration. That decision belongs to the receiving party. We’ll help you complete the notarization step carefully and clearly, so you know what’s happening before you sign.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
A prepared appointment helps you avoid delays, especially if your declaration is connected to a deadline, application, file, or submission requirement.
Please bring:
- Valid government-issued photo identification
- The statutory declaration form or draft document
- Any instructions from the receiving party
- Any supporting documents referred to in the declaration
- Correct legal names, dates, addresses, and file numbers, if applicable
- Any deadline or submission details you’ve been given
Please don’t sign your statutory declaration before your appointment unless you’ve been specifically instructed to do so. In most cases, it should be signed in front of the Notary or authorized commissioner.
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Statutory Declarations Frequently Asked Questions
What’s a statutory declaration used for?
A statutory declaration is used when you need to formally declare certain facts in writing. It may be requested by a government office, registry, school, employer, insurer, financial institution, or another organization.
Is a statutory declaration the same as an affidavit?
No. They’re similar, but they’re not the same. A statutory declaration is solemnly declared. An affidavit is sworn or affirmed. The receiving party will usually tell you which document they require.
Can LC Notary prepare my statutory declaration?
Some clients come to us with a form or wording already provided by the receiving organization. If you don’t have a form, contact our office before your appointment so we can confirm whether we’re able to assist with drafting within our notarial scope.
Should I sign my statutory declaration before the appointment?
No. Your statutory declaration should be signed in front of the Notary or authorized commissioner after your identity has been confirmed and the declaration has been administered.
What ID should I bring?
Please bring valid government-issued photo identification. Depending on the document, you may also need supporting documents that confirm the facts stated in the declaration.
Can I use a statutory declaration outside British Columbia?
Possibly, but requirements vary. If your statutory declaration is for use outside BC or outside Canada, confirm the required format and next steps with the receiving authority before your appointment.
Some documents for use outside Canada may need authentication after notarization. The BC Government says a notarized document must be signed, dated, and sealed by a B.C. Notary Public who is already on file with its office to avoid delays.
Can LC Notary guarantee my statutory declaration will be accepted?
No. Acceptance depends on the organization, government office, registry, institution, insurer, employer, school, or authority receiving the document. We’ll help with the notarization process, but you should confirm the required form, wording, and submission process in advance.
Working with the Willoughby Community
Our Langley notary office is just minutes from Willoughby, offering easy access for residents in the area. We also provide flexible appointments at our Aldergrove notary office to accommodate your schedule.
Langley Notary Office:
(9am to 5pm & after 5pm by appointment only)
We are located in building B and free parking is available between buildings A and B, or underground on P1 level with the entrance off 200A Street (6’10” clearance).
Aldergrove Notary Office:
(by appointment only)
Aldergrove, BC V4W 2Z7
Book a Statutory Declaration Appointment in Langley
Our office is located in Langley and serves clients from Aldergrove, Willoughby, Walnut Grove, Murrayville, Fort Langley, Cloverdale, Surrey, White Rock, Abbotsford, and across the Fraser Valley.
Contact LC Notary to book your appointment with our Langley office. We’ll help you prepare for your visit, understand the signing process, and complete the notarization step with confidence.