The Ontario government says it will begin to accept electronic proof of auto insurance as presented to authorities on a smartphone or other device. The Canadian Press story Thursday suggests that the intent of this development will be the ultimate elimination of the familiar pink paper certificates. Finance Minister Rod Phillips said the paper insurance slip will be around for at least a year during a phase-in of electronic proof. Mr Phillips says the electronic cards will feature safeguards that won’t allow them to be altered or edited, and privacy concerns are top of mind. Drivers will be responsible for making sure their phone can display the proof of insurance, even with a poor signal, drained battery or damaged screen. and oh yes, don’t lose the phone.
