I am frequently required to show my photo ID. often for my own protection and the  protection of others.  In banks we are not allowed to cover our faces because we are on security cameras.  How do we run our courts if the accused is allowed  to cover  their face?  These are rational and reasonable considerations.  How come we are bending over backwards to give some Canadians the right to avoid these important needs?  This matter has nothing to do with religion.  Noted Islamic scholars all  confirm that it is not a requirement of the Koran or the Sharia law
It is a cultural practice for the old time Beduin deseret days.   This is Canada and this is 2017.