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Gender 'X' Option Now Available on Ontario Driver's Licences
Ontario Advancing Gender Inclusivity with Changes to Official Documents
March 20, 2017 12:00 P.M.
Ontario drivers now have the option to display an 'X' in the sex field of their driver's licence, to ensure the fair, ethical and equitable treatment of people with trans and non-binary gender identity.
The change is available now to all Ontario drivers through ServiceOntario. There is no additional fee, and there are no additional requirements.
The Ontario health card and driver's licence are the first government products to support gender inclusive options. Later this spring, Ontario will provide an update on how it collects, uses, retains, and displays sex and gender identity information on government forms and ID. The policy will reflect feedback received from the public and stakeholders through in-person and online consultations last fall.
Taking action to be more inclusive of gender diversity is part of our plan to create jobs, grow our economy and help people in their everyday lives.
Quick Facts
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As of June 13, 2016, Ontario health cards no longer display information about a person's sex on the face of the card.
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‘X’ is a standard accepted by the International Civil Aviation Organization Standards, which promotes consistency among travel documents including driver licences.
Additional Resources
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To get a driver’s licence with an ‘X’, visit the nearest Service Ontario centre.
