A GUIDE TO THE LAW IN ALBERTA REGARDING REPLACING LOST OR STOLEN ID

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1 A GUIDE TO THE LAW IN ALBERTA REGARDING REPLACING LOST OR STOLEN ID version: 2014

2 COPYRIGHT & DISCLAIMER GENERAL All information is provided for general knowledge purposes only and is not meant as a replacement for professional legal advice. If you have a personal legal question that requires legal advice, please consult a lawyer. COPYRIGHT Copyright 2014, Student Legal Services of Edmonton. All rights reserved. Copying any material, in whole or in part, is prohibited unless prior consent has been obtained. Some material may be subject to copyright from an outside source and thus there may be different restrictions on the reproduction of this material. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Student Legal Services of Edmonton is not liable for any loss or damage caused by an individual s reliance on information or material obtained from Student Legal Services of Edmonton. By accessing the information, individuals agree that any usage is at their own risk. INFORMATION AND OPINIONS In some instances, information obtained by Student Legal Services may have been provided by outside sources. Even with the high standards set by Student Legal Services of Edmonton, we accept no responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of the material. Opinions and Informations provided by third parties does not represent that of Student Legal Services of Edmonton. Copyright Student Legal Services (2014) Page 2

3 REPLACING LOST OR STOLEN ID Alberta Health Care Card... 4 Birth Certificate... 4 Provincial Identification Card... 5 Driver's Licence... 5 Secure Certificate of Indian Status... 6 Métis Nation of Alberta Membership Card... 6 Canadian Passport... 7 Free Identification Storage... 7 Copyright Student Legal Services (2014) Page 3

4 AB Health Care Card None, however you will be asked for your: Name Mailing address Telephone number Personal health care number, and Date of birth If you do not know your personal health number, you will be asked for proof of identity. No Cost 1. By phone: Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan Mon-Fri 8:15am- 4:30pm 2. In person: Any registry agent in your area To find a local registry agent call: (Edmonton area), or then (Outside of Edmonton) Cards applied for by phone or in person are sent out by mail and generally received in 1-2 weeks. Cards applied for by mail are sent out by mail and generally received in 4-6 weeks. 3. By mail: Attn: Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan P.O. Box 1360, Station Main Edmonton AB T4J 2N3 Birth Certificate 1. One original (not a photocopy) government issued ID with your photo, first & last name, and an identification number. Examples: Driver s licence, passport, certificate of Canadian citizenship, treaty status card, provincial ID card. 2. If you have no ID, someone you have known for 1+ years can apply on your behalf if they have valid ID for themselves $20.00 plus a Registry Agent Service Fee Any registry agent in your area To find a local registry agent call: (Edmonton area), or then (Outside of Edmonton) After applying and paying at the registry agent office, the certificate will be mailed to you after 2-3 business days. Copyright Student Legal Services (2014) Page 4

5 Provincial ID Card 1. One original (not a photocopy) government issued ID with your photo, first & last name, and date of birth. Examples: Driver s licence, Provincial ID Card, Passport, Metis Nations of Alberta card, Secure Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS) Card *If you are homeless, and do not have valid government ID, you can satisfy this requirement (for a provincial ID card application only) by completing an Identity Certification Form. This is a form that a staff member working at a shelter or drop-in center you access must complete with you. It can be found here: entity_certification_form.pdf Replace ment: $22.00 Initial or renewal: Valid for: 1 year: $ years: $ years: $ years: $ years: $49.00 Any registry agent in your area To find a local registry agent call: (Edmonton area), or then (Outside of Edmonton) If you are under the age of 18 years old, you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for their consent. Drivers Licence 2. One original (not a photocopy) support document that shows 2 things about you (example: name, date of birth, address, signature). Examples: Birth certificate, utility bill, income tax receipt, insurance policy, income support cheque, a different piece of photo ID. 3. A document to prove you live in Alberta (example: a bill mailed to your house, a lease) *If you are homeless, you can satisfy this requirement by completing an Address Authorization Form. This is a form that a staff member working at a shelter or drop-in center you access must complete with you. It can be found here: ddress_authorization_form.pdf Replace ment: $22.00 Initial or renewal: Valid for: 1 year: $ years: $ years: $ years: $ years: $84.00 Copyright Student Legal Services (2014) Page 5

6 Secure Certificate of Indian Status 1. iginal (not a photocopy) birth certificate 2. Valid ID One of: Passport, enhanced driver s licence or identification card, NEXUS or FAST card Two of: Driver s licence, other government issued ID (with name, photo, & signature) 3. Your marriage certificate if you have taken your spouse s last name Complete application instructions available online at: No cost AANDC (Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada) Canada Place 9700 Jasper Ace Edmonton, AB, T5J 4C1 (780) You will need to provide 2 passport-style photographs -If your card was lost or stolen you will need to complete a statutory declaration for a lost or stolen card Métis Nation of Alberta Membersh ip Card 1. Family Tree Genealogy dating back to the mid 1800 s 2. Large form Birth Certificate, Baptism Paper and a wallet size Birth Certificate Live birth registration 3. Photo ID (Example: Passport, Drivers Licence) 4. Proof you have been a resident of Alberta for 90 consecutive days Replace ment: $40.00 First card: No Cost Métis Association 100 Delia Gray Buildings Kingsway Ave Edmonton, AB, T5G 0X Complete application instructions available online at: Copyright Student Legal Services (2014) Page 6

7 Canadian Passport 1. Proof of Canadian citizenship: Birth certificate, certificate of citizenship 2. Government issued identification that includes your signature. Driver s licence, provincial ID card, military identification, Secure Certificate of Indian Status *Your application will need to be signed by a guarantor. A guarantor is someone who: 1. Has known you for 2+ years 2. Is a Canadian citizen over 18 years old 3. Has their own valid passport, or a passport that has not been expired for more than one year 4. Is accessible to Passport Canada for verification Complete application instructions available online at: $45 replacement fee + passport fee: 5 year passport: $ year passport: $160 Passport Canada Office Canada Place 9700 Jasper Ave, Suite 126 Edmonton, AB Hours: Monday Friday 7:30am-5:00pm -You need to report a lost or stolen passport to Passport Canada at You will need to provide 2 passport-style photographs -Before a passport can be replaced, Canadian authorities will conduct an investigation into the circumstances of the loss or theft. This may lead to delays in replacing your passport. Free Identification Storage **If you would like a safe place to store your ID for free Boyle Street Community Services offers free storage of your important documents in their ID bank. Boyle Street Drop-In Centre Ave (780) Copyright Student Legal Services (2014) Page 7