Alberta adding proof of citizenship to driver’s licences, other ID | Unpublished
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Publication Date: September 15, 2025 - 14:37

Alberta adding proof of citizenship to driver’s licences, other ID

September 15, 2025

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government is adding proof of citizenship markers to driver’s licences and other forms of identification to streamline services and prevent election fraud.

Smith told reporters in Calgary the change would make it easier for students and the disabled to get funding, as they already have to prove Canadian citizenship to do so.



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