Acceptable ID

You can bring one of the following photo IDs with signature that has the same address as what you gave us:

  • Provincial driver's license
  • Provincial photo ID card

Or, you can use any of these with a proof of address:

  • Canadian passport
  • Certificate of Indian Status Card
  • Canada Permanent Resident Card
  • Canadian Forces ID
  • Firearms Possession and Acquisition License
  • Driver’s license (if the address doesn’t match your application)

Proof of address

Wondering what bills, statements, and other documents are considered proof of address?

Here’s a list of sure-fire options:

  • Bank statement
  • Utility bill
  • Cell phone bill
  • Vehicle ownership or Insurance statement
  • School report card or University or College transcript
  • Lease or Mortgage statement
  • Income Tax Assessment
  • Credit Card Statement with Card
  • Government Cheque or Stub
  • Insurance policy
  • Municipal Tax Notice
  • Child Tax Benefits Statement
  • CPP/QPP Statement
  • Statement of E/I Benefits (T4E)
  • Statement of Old Age Security (T4A)
  • WSIB Statement of Benefits