"While in the USA. I heard of something of an advanced drivers license which might double as a passport as well but am not sure of the details ."
That would be a "Real ID" issued individually by each state. It has embedded info in it that can be read electronically. Not sure if it works for crossing into Canada, but will soon be required (or a passport) for air travel in the US.
For entry into Canada
US Border requirements (not as clear as Canada's info)

Kevin
1951 Chevy 3100 work truck
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1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car)
Busting rust since the mid-60's
If you're smart enough to take it apart, you darn well better be smart enough to put it back together.