For general information about Ontario government identification contact:

ServiceOntario

Ontario Photo Card

This wallet-sized card provides government-issued identification to Ontarians who do not have a driver’s licence, making it easier for them to do things such as travel, open a bank account and take part in other activities that require official identification. To apply for an Ontario Photo Card, you must be a non-driving resident of Ontario, 16 years of age and over. The card is valid for five years.

For more information, please visit ontario.ca/photocard.

Driver’s licence

An Ontario driver’s licence is your proof that you are authorized to drive a motor vehicle. You must carry it with you whenever you drive. This wallet-sized card bears your digitized photograph and signature.

To learn more, please visit ontario.ca/driverslicence.

Health card

Residents of Ontario must have a valid Ontario health card to show that they are entitled to health care services paid for by OHIP. You will need a valid health card that belongs to you to access insured health services. Your health card is to be used only to access health care services. Do not show your card or give your health card number to anyone other than a health care provider when you receive services or to the Ministry of Health.

For more information, please visit ontario.ca/healthcard.

To change your address

Ontario’s online integrated address change is a fast and easy way to notify the government of your change of address. Information can be entered only once and you can choose which ministries to notify of your change. This includes your Driver’s Licence or Vehicle Registration, Health Card or Outdoors Card. Please do not change your address before you move.

To access this online service, please visit ontario.ca/addresschange.

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