Alberta to roll out new three-in-one ID cards starting July
Alberta's government is set to introduce new three-in-one identification cards starting July 2. These cards will combine driver's licenses, health numbers, and citizenship markers to improve access to services. However, the inclusion of a citizenship marker has raised concerns about potential discrimination.
- ▪The new cards will replace the existing paper health cards in Alberta.
- ▪They will include personal health numbers and Canadian citizenship markers.
- ▪The design of the card will feature an oil pumpjack and the phrase 'Alberta Strong and Free.'
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Open this photo in gallery:Alberta's government is issuing new and renewed cards that will incorporate personal health numbers and Canadian citizenship markers as shown in this handout image.Government of Alberta/via The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountAlberta’s government says it will begin rolling out three-in-one identification cards, ultimately replacing the province’s long-reviled paper health cardsStarting July 2, new driver’s licences and ID cards will include resident’s health numbers and citizenship markers, a move the government says will streamline access to services.But the inclusion of a citizenship marker has drawn concern it will lead to discrimination.The iconography of the card is changing, too.An oil pumpjack…
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