Despite its alleged status as a “card,” the Alberta Personal Health Card is not even printed on cardstock. A signed health card also serves as the only documentation than an Albertan has opted to become an organ donor. In fact, every other Canadian province and territory has a more sophisticated health card, with the exception of Manitoba. has stepped it up even further with a combined driver’s licence and health card. An entry-level plastic card printer can be had for as little $1,000.

Source: National Post November 17, 2017 13:30 UTC