Yes, absolutely, we did view the ability to use the voter information card as being a positive experience. In the last election, we contacted directly 313 first nations to inform them of the various ways to vote, and that was an important tool that was utilized.
In preparation for testimony before this committee, we did review previous testimony, including by the Chief Electoral Officer, where he flagged this section as well to indicate some groups of electors, including seniors and seniors' residence, etc., and first nation electors on reserve.... This was used as one way to address the list of authorized pieces of identification that were important. As you identified, there are two that are required. This could be one of them.
He summarizes in his testimony to this committee that, “The initiative was successful and well received by electors, institutions and reserve administrators. Allowing voters to use a [voter information card] to prove their residence will reduce reliance on vouching.”
So, on all accounts, it appears to have been successful and something that should continue.