Don’t let a language barrier reject your application. Whether you are applying for permanent residency through IRCC, studying abroad, or expanding your business globally, accurate documentation is critical. However, government agencies will strictly reject any document that is not translated by an accredited professional.
Therefore, at Canada Notary, we provide Certified Translation Services in over 50 languages. Since we are a “one-stop shop,” we can translate, notarize, and even process the Apostille for your documents all in one place—saving you time, money, and stress.
Importantly, there are two distinct types of official translations in Canada. Consequently, knowing the difference is vital to ensure your documents are accepted:
Best For: Immigration (IRCC), Passport Canada, University Admissions, and Professional Licensing (e.g., Doctors, Engineers).
The Standard: This is performed by a Certified Translator who is a member of a provincial body like the Association of Translators and Interpreters of Ontario (ATIO).
The Proof: The translator attaches their official declaration and applies their personalized seal/stamp directly to the document. In other words, no notary is required because the translator is the authority.
Best For: Foreign governments, specific court cases, or when using a translator who is not officially certified but is professionally fluent.
The Process: A professional translator swears an affidavit before a Notary Public, attesting that the translation is accurate.
The Proof: We attach a Notarial Certificate and Seal to the translated package.
Pro Tip: For IRCC (Immigration) applications inside Canada, you almost always need a Certified Translation. However, if you are applying from outside Canada, a Notarized Translation is often accepted.
Specifically, our team handles high-volume requests for personal and corporate documents, including:
Vital Records: Birth Certificates, Marriage Certificates (often needed for Overseas Marriage), Divorce Decrees, and Death Certificates.
Immigration: Police Clearance Certificates, Passports, and National ID Cards.
Academic: University Degrees, High School Diplomas, and Transcripts.
Legal: Wills, Powers of Attorney, Court Orders, and Affidavits.
Business: Corporate Bylaws, Contracts, Patent Applications, and Bank Statements.
We cover over 50 global languages. For instance, our most popular requests include:
Mandarin (Chinese), Cantonese, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Tagalog (Filipino), Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean.
French (Québécois & Parisian), Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, German, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish.
Arabic, Farsi (Persian), Turkish, Hebrew.
(Don’t see your language? Contact Us—we likely have a specialist for it.)
To begin with, we make the translation process completely digital and hassle-free:
Submit Your Document: First, upload a clear scan or photo of your document via our Quote Form. You do not need to bring the original paper document for translation.
Receive a Quote: Next, we will analyze the word count and complexity to provide a flat-rate price and turnaround time (usually 24–48 hours).
Expert Translation: Subsequently, a certified translator converts your document, ensuring distinct legal terminology is preserved.
Delivery: Finally, we email you the digital certified copy. If required, we can also courier the hard copy with the wet seal directly to your door.
Yes. Absolutely. We use ATIO-certified translators or authorized professionals whose work is fully recognized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Pricing depends on the language and word count. Generally, standard documents (like a Birth Certificate) have a fixed flat fee. However, complex legal contracts are priced per word. Please request a quote for accuracy.
Yes. For urgent matters, we offer an Express Service. Please note that rush fees will apply for 24-hour turnaround requests.
No. Under the law, you cannot translate your own documents for official use due to a conflict of interest. Furthermore, we cannot verify the accuracy of a translation unless it is done by one of our vetted professionals.
In conclusion, don’t risk a rejection due to a poor translation. Instead, trust Canada Notary to get your message across accurately and legally.
Celebrate with us this Friday — enjoy 10% OFF Notary & Commissioner Services (online & in-person).
Coupon Code: CNOTARY10
Offer valid from September 12–15, 2025. Excludes Apostille and Translation services.
Terms & Conditions
To qualify for the 15% notary discount, eligible individuals must provide valid proof. Full-time students are required to present a valid student ID along with proof of current full-time enrollment. Seniors must be 65 years of age or older and show government-issued ID for age verification. Those receiving social assistance must provide official documentation from either Ontario Works or the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP). Canadian military personnel must present valid military identification. All submitted documentation must be current and verifiable. Canada Notary reserves the right to decline the discount if sufficient proof is not provided.
