McMaster photo identification cards have replaced the old blue employee cards, which are no longer valid.
Retirees are encouraged to replace their current blue ID cards with new retiree Photo ID cards that allow the following services:
- Photo ID
- Borrowing books from the Library
- Use of the athletic facilities such as the Pulse (Gym)
- Entry into controlled-access staff lounges on campus
- Access Control (controlled access to various buildings, labs, stairwells)
- Meal Plan (Activated in Commons Building 128)
- Verification of status
Effective October 11, 2013, the Photo Identification Office will be located in the Campus Store (known to most retirees as “The Bookstore”) in Gilmour Hall. Cards are produced Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. – 12 Noon and from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. on a first-come, firstserved basis. No appointment is required. Please bring the following documents with you:
- Your old blue card (if you have one)
- Your employee number
- One piece of government issued photo ID (e.g. health card, driver's license)
Additional information is on the McMaster Parking Services retiree web page.