- Can a notarial act be signed online in Quebec?
- Under Quebec law, the signing of a notarial act must take place in the physical presence of the notary, except in exceptional cases at the notary's discretion. Online appointments are for consultations and document preparation; signing, closing or authentication is done at the Saint-Laurent office.
- What is the difference between an online consultation and an office appointment?
- An online consultation is for discussing your options, reviewing documents and planning next steps. Any signing, closing, notarization or finalization of a document must be done in person at the Saint-Laurent office.
- What documents should I bring to my appointment?
- It depends on the service. Always bring government-issued photo ID. The full document list for each service is on our Services page, and the office sends you the applicable list before your appointment.
- How much do your notary services cost?
- The notary provides the exact fee at the start of the consultation, based on the complexity of your file. Feel free to ask at the beginning of your meeting.
- In which languages do you offer service?
- Service is offered in French, English and Portuguese, among others. Contact the office to confirm availability in another language.
- How long is an appointment?
- All appointments are one hour. The office is open Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM (closed weekends and statutory holidays).
- What is a notary in Quebec?
- In Quebec, a notary is a public officer and a legal advisor. They draft and receive authentic acts (real-estate sales, mortgages, powers of attorney, etc.), advise the parties impartially, and keep the original acts to ensure legal certainty and probative force.
- How do I book an appointment?
- You can book online: choose an office or online meeting, the service you need, then an available date and time. You can also call the office at 450-634-3518.
- I'm selling or buying a property — what does the notary do?
- The notary prepares and receives the deed of sale, verifies title, handles the funds, and publishes the transaction in the Quebec Land Register. See the documents to prepare on our Services page.
- My mortgage is paid off — how do I remove it from my title?
- This is a mortgage discharge (mainlevée). The notary removes the paid-off mortgage from the property's title. You'll need the full-repayment letter from your lender. See Mortgage discharge.
- Can I have a copy of a document certified?
- Yes — this is a certified true copy. You must bring the original document and photo ID; the notary must see the original in person.
- I need a document for another country — what do I do?
- This is authentication for international use (apostille). Bring the original document and tell us the destination country, as the required format varies under the Hague Apostille Convention.
- Do you offer will drafting?
- Yes. Book a consultation and the office will direct you to the estate-planning team for next steps.