A certified translation, which is a translated document bearing a certified translator’s stamp, is usually required for the documents used throughout Canada (for immigration and academic purposes, government bodies and courts, ServiceOntario offices and Consulates). In other cases, you would probably need a regular, non-certified translation that does not require a stamp, such as website translation or translation of articles and marketing materials. In rare cases, a notarization of a certified translation may be required (for example, for Global Affairs Canada). For more information on differences between a notarized and a certified translation, please read my blog post below.