Statutory Declaration of Name Change
A declaration confirming a change of name and that both names refer to the same individual, used for updating records across institutions.
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A statutory declaration of name change is a sworn statement confirming that two different names refer to the same individual, and explaining the reason for the discrepancy. It is not a legal name change — it is a document used to bridge records where two forms of your name appear across different documents, such as a birth certificate, passport, marriage certificate, or professional credential.
Common scenarios
This declaration is often needed when a person has been known by both a married and a maiden name; when a name was transliterated differently at immigration; when a professional credential was issued under a former name; or when records show inconsistencies due to clerical errors at birth registration.
Limitations
This declaration does not legally change your name. To officially change your name in Canada, you must apply through the vital statistics office in your province. However, for the purpose of reconciling existing records, a statutory declaration is widely accepted.