Identification Requirements
You may be asked to show identification and/or proof of property ownership in the City of Portage la Prairie. Acceptable identification includes an official document issued by the federal, provincial or municipal government that contains the voter's name, address and photograph or at least 2 documents that provide evidence satisfactory to the election official.
Option 1 - One piece of government issued photo ID
Show one original piece of identification with your photo, name and address. It must be issued by a government agency.
Examples: A valid driver’s license, Manitoba identification card or any other card issued by a government agency with your photo, name and current address
Option 2 - Two pieces of ID
Show two original pieces of authorized identification that together provide evidence of your name and current address. Both must have your name and at least one must have your current address.
Examples: Manitoba Health Services card, Manitoba Blue Cross card, credit card statement, utility bill, band membership card, birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, Canadian Forces identity card, firearms licence, government cheque or cheque stub, government statement of benefits, Metis card, old age security card, social insurance card, veterans affairs health care identification card, bank statement, personal cheque, etc.
This list is not exhaustive and additional pieces of ID may be accepted.
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