What is considered an accepted form of secondary ID?

The acceptance of a birth certificate as a secondary form of identification is based on its status as an official government-issued document that provides proof of identity and date of birth. This makes it a valid choice in many scenarios where additional identification is required. While a birth certificate does not carry a photograph and may not be as widely recognized as a primary ID, it can serve as a supplementary form of identification, especially when combined with another type of ID that has a photo or a more detailed identification.

In contrast, options such as a passport, Alberta identification card, and NEXUS card may typically be viewed as primary forms of identification, especially since they are issued by government authorities and contain essential personal identification details, including photographs. However, they often serve as the main proof of identity rather than supplementary.