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Provincial Identity Information Management (IDIM)
The BCeID Identity and Authentication Service is managed by the Provincial Identity Information Management (IDIM) Program in Service BC. The Service is available to people who are seeking secure and safe access to government services online without using a BC Services Card.
The Service is available to people who are require safe, public sector, services online with an easy-to-use log-in system. It is a centralized and consistent way to verify the identity of an individual by providing:
- Individuals, businesses and organizations access to numerous government services online with an easy-to-use, secure, single sign-on credential
- Convenient user access that requires only a username and password
- Standard implementation of authentication and authorization policy
- Cost savings to government through economies of scale for IT infrastructure and expertise
Use the Basic BCeID Service to:
- Access online services in a personal capacity
- Self-register online without having to provide any proof of identity
Use the Business BCeID Service to:
- Represent a legal entity, such as a verified business or organization
- Manage multiple business accounts (for those who have many roles within government)
- Initiate a business registration online and provide proof of the organization’s identity
- Create multiple accounts for the same organization (once initial registration is approved)
Use the Personal BCeID Service (legacy clients only):
- Access online services that require a medium level verified identity for a person interacting with government as an individual (i.e. not in a business context)
- Online services require this level of identity-proofing when it matters that the account represents an individual with a verified level 2 authentication identity
- The individual initiates registration online and is required to provide proof of identity to an authorized service agent at a BCeID Point of Service
- If client require higher than level 2 please consider the mobile BC Services Card
Please note, BCeID does not require users to verify their identity before they can access a service. The BC Services Card Authentication Service is recommended for online services that require high identity assurance (level 3) or where you want to examine a physical or digital ID credential.
Why should I use this
Ease of use
A simple process allows users to register online and, if required, show proof of identity at a BCeID point of service. A help desk supports people registering, saving your staff time.
Security
BCeID uses secure technology and policies to enable authorized access to information.
Established
Many government services are already using BCeID, supporting Single Sign-On (SSO) for your users.
About this component
Price
Paid
Please contact IDIM Consulting for information about any costs associated with the use of the Service.Price details
BCeID is a critical piece of BC Government’s identity management infrastructure and is highly available.Service level support
BCeID is a centralized shared service that provides:Additional technical information
BCeID is available to core government programs as well as the broader public sector.Requirements and restrictions
Getting started
Contact the Provincial Identity Information Management Program consulting team for information or to request an information session. The team has expertise in managing identity information and online access and can help clients use the Service. Learn more about the Identity and Authentication Services
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/services-for-government/information-management-technology/identity-and-authentication-services/bceid-authentication-service
Support
The BCeID Help Desk is open Monday to Friday (except statutory holidays) from 7:30am to 5:00pm Pacific Time / 8:30am to 6:00pm Mountain Time. 1 888 356-2741 (Canada and USA toll free)
604 660-2355 (Within lower mainland or outside Canada and USA)