Can I use a Canadian citizenship certificate as a passport or photo ID?

A citizenship certificate is official proof of your status as a Canadian citizen, but it has a narrow purpose. It is not a passport, and it cannot be used as government photo identification on its own.

Instead, people typically use the certificate to obtain other documents, such as a Canadian passport or a Social Insurance Number, or to demonstrate citizenship to an employer or school. If you plan to travel internationally, you must carry a valid passport or recognised travel document, not just the certificate.