Birth, Death and Marriage Certificates
Birth Certificates and Registrations for children under one year old:
The province offers a convenient 4-in-1 Newborn Bundle which will help you to:
- Register your child's birth
- Apply for a birth certificate
- Apply for Canada Child Benefits
- Apply for your child's Social Insurance Number
Birth Certificates (if the birth is registered)
Apply online with Service Ontario for a Birth Certificate.
Death Certificates
Apply online with Service Ontario for a Death Certificate.
For further information, please contact the Office of the Registrar General at 416-325-8305 or 1-800-461-2156.
Marriage Certificate
A marriage certificate is the legal record of your marriage. You need this certificate to change your last name, show legal proof that you are married, apply for certain social benefits or settle an estate. You can order a marriage certificate 6 to 8 weeks after your ceremony.
Apply online for a Marriage Certificate on the ServiceOntario website. For information about solemnization of marriages, please view our Marriage Licences and Ceremonies page.