Certified vs Notarized Translation in Alberta
Notarized translation is only needed when the receiving institution asks for notarization. In many Alberta cases, regular certified translation is enough, and where a higher format is still required it is often the older ATIA route still used by some bodies such as Service Alberta.
Short answer
Notarized translation is not the default. It is ordered only when the receiving body specifically requests a notary step in addition to the translation itself.
If you are unsure whether notarization is required, ask for the exact receiving institution name. That is the fastest way to avoid paying for a higher format you do not need.
What usually matters
- Whether the request explicitly says notarized
- Whether the document is being submitted outside Canada or to a special authority
- Whether regular certified or the older ATIA-certified route would already be accepted
Best next step
Upload the document and include the recipient name. We can confirm whether notarization is actually needed before work begins.