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In Alberta, a certified translation usually comes with a signed statement from a translator or translation firm confirming the translation is accurate. A notarized translation adds a notary public's seal, but that seal only verifies the identity of the person who signed the statement. This distinction matters because Canadian authorities and Alberta courts ask for different levels of formality depending on the document.
Documents filed with the Court of King's Bench of Alberta or used for land title matters often require notarized translation. The notary confirms the translator's signature, not the quality of the translation. If you are submitting translated corporate documents, affidavits, or court exhibits, check with the specific court office or Alberta registry first.
For most immigration applications through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, a certified translation from a qualified translator is accepted. You do not need a notary seal for routine documents like birth certificates, marriage certificates, and police certificates. IRCC looks for accuracy and a clear statement from the translator, not a seal from a notary.
Before ordering, ask the receiving institution directly: IRCC, the Alberta registry, a court office, or your professional regulator. If the translation is for a car accident claim, insurance company, or immigration appeal, clarify the required wording. A professional translation agency in Alberta can advise you based on the exact document and the authority receiving it.