Navigating over 90 federal portals, each with its own separate login credentials and identity verification steps, has long created a fragmented and frustrating experience for millions of Canadians.
The Canadian Digital Service is rolling out CanadaLogin, a modern Single Sign-On solution which will streamline online access across the federal government with one single sign in, while upholding rigorous privacy and cybersecurity standards.
Individuals and businesses will be allowed to use one unified username and password across participating programs, as CanadaLogin transforms how the public interacts with government services, continually evolving through direct feedback from both partner agencies and everyday users.
It is important to note that CanadaLogin serves strictly as an online access tool rather than a national digital identity programme; Canada does not have a physical or digital national ID card, and CanadaLogin simply acts as a secure key to enter online services.
As the rollout progresses, legacy authentication systems – including Sign in Canada, GCKey, Interac Sign-In Partners, and External Credential Management systems – will be gradually phased out between Fall 2026 and Fall 2028. The transition begins with eight early-adopter portals currently using the Sign in Canada pilot service.
Over 30 million users will migrate to CanadaLogin over the coming years as major service providers like taxes, benefits, and immigration come onboard. Users migrating from legacy credentials will be guided through a seamless setup process, while traditional phone and in-person service options remain available at the discretion of individual departments.
Canada’s rollout of CanadaLogin to eliminate credential fragmentation directly relates to Identity Week America’s key focus on public-sector digital identity, modernising legacy authentication, and delivering seamless, secure citizen access at scale.
