[robert]

You have no choice. the "new" health card is now "the" health card.

A real pain to get because of the id requirements.
They do expire, mine is 5 years, my daughters is 4 years and my sons is 3 years. Go figure.

Good luck.

 

[robert]

Since I don't drive, it is a form of identification. Name, photo and address on the back. Pain to get but handy to have.

 

[robert]

My library, purolator, Canada Post, Beer and Liquor stores (not that I need it).
Any place that asks for photo id.

 

[robert]

Lars, the point of not having one is that I hate to drive. Besides, I've driven illegally before and if an emergency arose, I'd drive again. Few cops would ticket you if it were an emergency. Also, it costs money to have one, non? Don't you have to renew it every 5 years?
I'll stick with my HC thanks.

 

[robert]

take a pill buddy. if I need to get someone to the hospital I will.
Who says I'm untrained?
Besides, I've seen some of you "trained" drivers and nearly been hit by them.

 

[robert]

I've found that most people who have had to get the new photo health card recognize how much of a pain it is and accept it as id.
Beyond that, baffle them with BS. If you keep them on the defensive they usually cave in. Not the best solution but it works in a pinch.