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Many Canadian provinces are moving towards more digital access to services, and away from physical cards and documents.

Alberta is no different in this regard.

The MyAlberta Digital ID has recently been rebranded and changed to just Alberta.ca account.

What is the My Alberta Digital ID(Alberta.ca)?

The MyAlberta Digital ID is a digital form of identification. It is secure and backed by the Government of Alberta.

The MyAlberta Digital ID is free, and provides access to many government sites and services.

Recently, they have rebranded the program, and you will now see it as simply an Alberta.ca Account.

The main idea is to access Alberta government products and services more efficiently, without the need to provide documentation to prove your identity.

How to get a MyAlberta Digital ID (Alberta.ca)

Getting a MyAlberta Digital ID is free. Simply register for a new My Alberta Digital ID (Alberta.ca) account online here.

You can set up a basic account with just an email address, or a verified account with an Alberta driver’s license or identification card.

Does Your Alberta Digital ID (Alberta.ca) Expire?

Yes, the verified Alberta Digital ID expires after 1 year, or when your drivers license or identification card expires.

What Can I Do with a MyAlberta Digital ID?

There are many Alberta government services that you can access, and more services being added. Currently, you can use an Alberta Digital ID to quickly access the following:

My Alberta Digital ID E-Services:

  • Fine Payments
  • Motor Vehicles
  • Birth Certificates
  • MyAlberta Fine Searches

My Service Canada Account:

  • Employment Insurance (EI)
  • Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
  • Canada Pension Plan disability
  • Old Age Security (OAS).

Apply Alberta:

Apply to one or more Alberta post-secondary institutions using ApplyAlberta.

MyHealth Records:

  • Immunizations – Immunizations you’ve had in Alberta
  • Medications – Medications administered from community pharmacies
  • Lab Tests – Results from common lab tests

Here is an explainer video answering “What is My Alberta Digital ID?”. Watch it to learn how to set up and use your Alberta.ca (formerly known as the MyAlberta Digital ID):

In Summary

  • The MyAlberta Digital ID has been rebranded to become the Alberta.ca account
  • The MyAlberta Digital ID (Alberta.ca) is an identification system. It is intended to eliminate verification through traditional documentation methods.
  • The MyAlberta Digital ID (Alberta.ca) is free, and allows for access to many government sites and services.
  • You can simply login online and access personal records and information.

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