Your birth certificate is one of the main pieces of ID used to identify you and show your Canadian citizenship. It has your name, birthday, and the place you were born on it. Your birth certificate is super important. Try and keep it in a safe place instead of carrying it in your wallet or purse.
Your birth certificate is usually necessary to get other ID. If you don't have your birth certificate, it'll be difficult to get a driver's licence, Status Card, or BC Services Card (CareCard).
If you're in care, your social worker might have a copy of your birth certificate. If not, you'll have to order one. Below are the steps to get a birth certificate if you were born in BC. If you were born in another province you can find out what information you will need here.
If you were born outside of Canada search birth certificates and the name of the country you were born in on google. The process to get your birth certificate outside of canada varies by country and this will help you get the most accurate information.
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If you don't know your biological parents' names or where they were born, you can still apply. You'll need:
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If you're in care or on a Youth Agreement, the fee will be covered by your social worker.
If you need help with the application form or want to apply in person, go to any Service BC office.
