Canadian Process Serving Inc. provides reliable, professional process serving and legal document delivery services across Alberta. Our experienced process servers operate in all major cities and regions, ensuring your documents are served promptly and in compliance with the Alberta Rules of Court.
Provincial Expertise
Our Alberta process servers are experienced in handling all types of legal document service. From the major centers of Calgary and Edmonton to regional hubs like Fort McMurray and Lethbridge, our team understands the unique logistical challenges of serving documents across the province.
The “Zero Return” Standard: 5 Attempts Minimum
Most process servers try three times and quit. We do more. Our policy is a minimum of 5 attempts on different days and times (including evenings and weekends).
Why do we do this? Because returning a file as “Unserved” forces you to bring an application for Substitutional Service. In Alberta, this application consumes valuable time and legal fees. We put in the extra work upfront to secure personal service whenever possible.
Alberta Legal Resource Centre
Serving documents in Alberta requires strict adherence to the Rules of Court. Below are answers to common questions regarding service in this province.
Frequently Asked Questions (Alberta)
What is the Small Claims limit in Alberta?
As of August 1, 2023, the limit for the Alberta Court of Justice (Civil) is $100,000. This increased limit means more significant matters are being heard in this court, making professional service even more critical.
How do I serve a corporation in Alberta?
Under Section 22 of the Rules of Court, you can serve a corporation by leaving the document at its registered office, serving an officer/director personally, or sending it by recorded mail to the registered office. We recommend personal service at the registered office to ensure immediate effect.
When can I apply for Substitutional Service?
If personal service is impractical, you may apply for a Substitutional Service Order. However, the court requires evidence that you have made “reasonable efforts” to locate and serve the defendant. Our detailed Affidavits of Attempted Service provide the specific evidence (dates, times, observations) Master in Chambers look for when granting these orders.
Can I serve documents by email in Alberta?
Generally, commencement documents (like a Statement of Claim) must be served personally. Electronic service (email/text) is usually only permitted if you have a specific court order allowing it (Substitutional Service) or if the other party’s lawyer has explicitly agreed to accept service electronically.
All Alberta Office Locations
Click on a city below to contact our local office directly:
Airdrie Process Servers
Calgary Process Servers
Edmonton Process Servers
Fort McMurray Process Servers
Grande Prairie Process Servers
Lethbridge Process Servers
Lloydminster Process Servers
Medicine Hat Process Servers
Red Deer Process Servers
