Government ID
Proving your identity is required for many day-to-day activities like completing an application, cashing a cheque or renting a hotel room. B.C. residents should have government-issued ID and know how to keep their personal identity safe.
Services and information topics
Why You Need ID
It's best to present government-issued ID to businesses and service providers that are required to check ID. This will make it easier for you to access services and privileges that require identification.
BC Services Card
The BC Services Card provides access to government services for B.C. residents.
BC Services Card Login
BC Services Card Login makes it safe and easy to log in to many government websites. It’s your account to access services online.
BC Wallet
BC Wallet is a smartphone app. It lets you receive, store and present digital credentials such as permits, certifications, and licenses offered by participating services.
Person credential
A Person credential makes it safe and easy to prove things about yourself, like your name, age or address. You can use it online or in person.
Guide to the Authentication of Documents
Foreign governments and organizations sometimes require Canadian public documents to be authenticated in order to be accepted for use in their jurisdiction. In British Columbia, authentication means that the signature of the provincial official who signed the B.C. public document has been authenticated by the provincial government.
The BC Services Card provides secure access to government services.
When it’s time to renew your driver’s licence, combine it with the BC Services Card. It's convenient, easy and it's one less card in your wallet.
The CareCard has not been updated since 1989. Since then, there have been advances in card technology that provide better security features, including a photo on most cards. Get secure access to health care services by replacing your CareCard with a BC Services Card.