The federal government has announced some changes that will be made to the Canadian Passport, including the ability to renew passports online.
The announcement was made by Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and Karina Gould, Minister of Families, Children, and Social Development this morning.
Starting this fall, the government of Canada will be offering Canadians more online options for passport services. This includes the ability to renew passports, pay fees, and upload photographs securely and conveniently online.
The passport itself will include new state-of-the-art security features, like a polycarbonate data page, which is a similar technology to what is used in driver's licenses. The data on that page will now be laser engraved, instead of printed, making it more durable and resistant to tampering.
New Passport Data Page via www.canada.ca
The new passports will also feature artwork celebrating Canada's natural beauty throughout all four seasons says Minister Fraser in a press release.
"The new Canadian passport is more than a travel document; it is a representation of our national identity and values. It is a reminder of the beauty and diversity of Canada, and it reflects the country's commitment to welcoming people from all around the world."
Visa pages in the new passports will have seasonal art that changes under ultraviolet light, which adds to the art and is an enhanced security feature.
Sample New Passport Visa Pages via www.canada.ca
