Learn More about Registration Requirements in Alberta

Everyone loves a raffle! Who wouldn’t want a chance to win a nice gift basket or day at the spa? But what many people don’t realize is that in Alberta, any prize draw that requires purchasing a ticket or paying an entry fee requires a raffle licence. Furthermore, there are strict rules in terms of eligibility. Here are some key facts you need to know if you’re considering hosting a raffle.

When dealing with official documents, you may sometimes be instructed to have either a commissioner for oaths or a notary public oversee the process. But what exactly is the difference? What does each one do and which do you need for your particular situation? Determining who the right person is to handle your legal documents can be confusing, so Registrations Are Us has created the following brief guide to help you figure it out.

The ability to travel and see the country while enjoying the comforts of home holds a special allure to many people. But while you’re dreaming about the freedom of the open road, you may also be wondering if you need a special license to drive an RV or motorhome. Find out below.

Your birth certificate is one of the most important legal documents you have to prove your identity. You’ll often need it to apply for other important documents. Here’s how to request birth documents for you, your child or someone in your care.

When buying a used car, it’s important to make sure that the vehicle you’re buying is what the seller claims it is. 

If the car you’re purchasing has only ever been owned and registered in Alberta, you can obtain an Alberta Vehicle Information Report (it will only show you information about the car that’s in the Alberta Motor Vehicle System). However, for more complete details, or if the car comes from out of province or the U.S., you should purchase a Carfax report.

There are many great things about living in Alberta and health care is one of them. If you’re new to the province, here’s everything you should know about the Alberta Healthcare Insurance Plan (AHCIP) and how to submit your application for registration.

A corporation possesses the powers and privileges of an individual and is created through the incorporation of a business, a process which requires the filing of key paperwork. Registering a business can be a complicated endeavour, and it’s important to have a full understanding of everything that goes into it. This will help to relieve your stress and ensure that the process goes smoothly.

Did you know that there are currently over 4,500 Canadians on the waitlist for an organ donation? Registering to become an organ donor is a simple act that has little to no effect on you but could potentially save someone’s life. In fact, your choice to become an organ donor could result in saving the lives of up to eight people and improving the quality of life of up to as many as 75 people.

A scooter is a popular type of two wheeled vehicle. Most are smaller than motorcycles and are identifiable by their footrest and smaller wheels. Because they’re usually smaller, scooters are easier to learn to ride than motorcycles.

Are you interested in riding a scooter around Alberta? Here are five you should know before getting your own.

Have you ever thought about hitting the open road on a motorcycle? If you’re ready to make that dream a reality, here’s everything you should know about getting your Alberta class 6 motorcycle licence.

With the historic legalization of cannabis in Canada in October 2018, it’s important not to forget the risks of drug-impaired driving. At Registrations Are Us, we want to remind you to stay alert on the roads and keep in mind Alberta’s new laws regarding driving under the influence of cannabis.

When you turn 65 in Alberta, your health coverage will change and you are required to change it via the government in order to receive the right type of coverage. The Government of Alberta offers premium-free Alberta Blue Cross health coverage to individuals over the age of 65 for the services that are not normally covered through the AHCIP.

If you are an eligible Albertan, you must register for the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) in order to receive hospital and physician coverage. This is not a new requirement, but there are still plenty of Albertans out there who are confused about the process, and we are here to clear it up.

Organ donation rates are on the decline worldwide, and unfortunately, it is not because people do not want to give, but because people have not yet consented. A vast majority of people do not consent because they give in to the common myths regarding tissue donation. Therefore, it is important to be fully informed before you consent or deny consent on your own license in Alberta.