Your first 90 days

Lessons

1. Lesson 1 · 5 min

   Your first week: what matters most

   A calm, ordered list of what to do in your first days, so nothing important slips.

   • A phone number, SIN and bank account unlock most other tasks.
   • Settlement agencies offer free help and are funded by the government.
   • Keep your key documents together in one place.

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2. Lesson 2 · 4 min

   Getting your Social Insurance Number

   What a SIN is, how to apply for free, and how to keep it safe.

   • Applying for a SIN is free. Nobody should charge you for it.
   • A SIN starting with 9 is temporary and expires with your permit.
   • Landlords and shops do not need your SIN.

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3. Lesson 3 · 4 min

   Free help near you

   Settlement agencies, libraries and helplines that help newcomers at no cost.

   • Settlement agencies are free and government funded.
   • Your library card is free and opens much more than books.
   • Call 211 for community services and 811 for health advice.

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Lessons open in the free Cayro app, so your progress is saved.