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Resources for New Canadians

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Resources for New Canadians


There are many things you will need to look after your first days in Canada and below are resources and helpful links to start your new life in Canada.

StartRight Program Brochure

Download the Scotia StartRight™ Program for New Canadians brochure to help you get a head start in Canada.



Canadian Documents



Official Government Document Resources
Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number that you need to work in Canada or to have access to government programs and benefits.
Canadian Passport
Health Card is issued by the provincial or territorial government and allows access to insured health care services.
Permanent Resident Card: How to Apply

How to Apply for a Drivers License
Alberta
British Columbia
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia
Nunavut
Northwest Territories
Manitoba
Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Saskatchewan
Yukon


Education


Education Resources
About Education in Canada
Newcomer’s Guide to Education in Ontario
The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC)

Post Secondary Program for Newcomers
Canada Student Loan Program
Centennial College
The Canadian Immigration Integration Project
Sheridan College

Provincial Ministries of Education
Alberta
British Columbia
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia
Nunavut
Northwest Territories
Manitoba
Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Saskatchewan
Yukon


Employment


Employment Resources

World Education Services
Credential Evaluation
Settlement.org
Information on finding jobs, starting a business and employment assessment services.
Culturelink Non-profit job search workshops and employment counseling.
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Employment programs for newcomers and internationally trained individuals.
The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC)
211 Ontario
List of professions, trades and services for foreign trained workers
ACCES Employment Services
Programs, workshops and information sessions on employment skills and job searches.


Additional Resources


Useful Links

Newcomers Introduction to Canada
Small Business Resources for Newcomers
Multilingual Guide to Police services in Toronto
Vancouver Police Services – International Student Safety
Canadian Benefit Programs
Importing a Car into Canada
Weather in Canada
Canada International Gateway
Citizenship & Immigration Canada Publications
Newcomers & Taxes in Canada
Banking in Canada Publications
Immigrant Settlement Organizations Across Canada





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