Notarizing U.S. Documents in Toronto

A few days ago, I had to get some documentation notarized by a U.S. Notary Public. Not an easy task since I'm based in Toronto, Canada - I fully expected that the process would be expensive and difficult. 

I started an exhaustive search for places I could get a document notarized. I called Canadian notaries, the United States Embassy in Ottawa...you name it. I even considered going to Buffalo by car to get that darn document notarized!

Fortunately, I discovered that the U.S. Consulate General near University & Dundas offers notary services for $30 USD. I had to wait in line, go through an airport-style security check (you are not allowed to bring in any electronics in there including a cellphone), take a number and wait several hours in an area that reminded me of a doctor's office.

Just thought I would share in case anyone ends up in the same predicament.