Canada Character Reference Letter

Template

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Email] | [Phone]
[Date]

To the [Court / Magistrate / Relevant Body],

I, [Your Name], have known [Subject Name] for [number] years in the capacity of [relationship]. I write this reference because I believe [he/she/they] is a person of [trait].

In my experience, [Subject Name] [concrete example of good character]. I am available to confirm the contents of this letter if needed.

Yours faithfully,
[Your Name]

What to fill in

Your relationship and how long you have known them
A concrete, truthful example
Your contact details for verification
The correct addressee (court/body)

Local note (CA)

Canada — reference letters (especially for immigration or jobs) favor specific, verifiable examples and the writer’s contact details. Some provinces expect references to be reachable for follow-up.

Writing tips

For court references, state facts you personally know and offer to be contacted. Do not guess at legal outcomes.

Templates reviewed by the RecLetter editorial team; not a writing service — you are responsible for the final letter.