TORONTO—In an effort to help make it more convenient for Ontarians to keep their government issued identification and permits up to date, the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery, is making it possible to sign up for free reminders by email, text or phone call 60 to 30 days before renewal dates.
On Aug. 8, the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery, news release encouraged holders of Ontario Photo cards, to sign up for free digital renewal reminders for health cards, driver’s licences and licence plates.
“We’re constantly improving government services to make life easier for people and businesses,” said Kaleed Rasheed, Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery. “Digital renewal reminders are a great way to help people remember to keep their ID, documents, and licence plates up to date and to take advantage of our easy and fast online services to renew them in minutes.”
In addition, the news release highlighted the importance for Ontarians to keep their licence plate, driver’s licence, health card, or Ontario Photo Card up to date to ensure seamless access to critical services and avoid fines or penalties. The renewal process is now easier, faster, and more convenient than ever before. Customers can renew online at Ontario.ca/Renew in minutes. Those who need to visit a Service Ontario centre in person can book an appointment at Ontario.ca/Appointment to make the visit quicker and hassle-free.
Signing up for digital reminders is quick and easy online at Ontario.ca/Reminders or by calling Service Ontario at 1-800-387-3445 (TTY: 1-800-268-7095).
“Signing up for renewal reminders via email, text or automated phone calls is an easy and fast way for people to keep their Ontario Photo Cards up to date. This initiative will provide Ontarians with more time to focus on what matters most, while ensuring these critical documents like driver’s licences, licence plates, and Ontario Photo Cards, are always current,” said Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Transportation.
This reminder is an important service for seniors. “Providing digital reminders is a great way to offer Ontarians choice about how they engage with important services,” said Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility. “These free reminders help ensure everyone can receive communications in an accessible manner."
Since the launch of this service in 2021, there are more than 2.6 million digital reminder subscriptions for licence plates, driver’s licences and health cards. In addition, more than 40 services provided by ServiceOntario are available online, anytime and anywhere for Ontarians.
