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Newcomers Guide
2011

Health care
The Ontario Health Insurance Plan entitles Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents to governmentfunded health care. Complete requirements to qualify for OHIP can be found at this page: http://www.settlement.org/sys/faqs_detail.asp?faq_id=4001239 Those who qualify for OHIP may apply as directed here: http://www.settlement.org/sys/faqs_detail.asp?faq_id=4001242

Essential Identification: Driver's License

A valid Ontario drivers license is often required as identification in this province. Individuals 16 years of age or older may apply for a drivers license in Ontario. The following web page explains how to obtain a drivers license in Ontario: http://www.settlement.org/sys/faqs_detail.asp?faq_id=4000121

Requirements for Employment (SIN, PR card)

A Social Insurance Number (SIN) will allow you to work in Canada, and will permit access to government programs and benefits. You can obtain a SIN and SIN card by submitting a form by mail or in person at a Service Canada Centre. http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/sin/apply/how.shtml Permanent residents of Canada receive certain rights and privileges. Benefits include health care coverage, the right to live, work or study anywhere in Canada, and may apply for Canadian citizenship. To access these benefits, you will need a Permanent Resident (PR) card. How to obtain a PR card: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/pr-card/index.asp

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Transporting your possessions to Canada

Individuals moving permanently to Canada may bring belongings with them, or have belongings transported to Canada at a later date. Belongings listed on the B4 Personal Effects Accounting Document may be imported duty-free. In order to ensure that you fulfill the requirements to import your property to Canada, please see the Settlement.org Landing in Canada page: http://www.settlement.org/sys/faqs_detail.asp?faq_id=4000503

Education
Individuals living in/ Citizens of Ontario are required to attend school (at minimum) between the ages of 6 and 16. The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) serves children from junior Kindergarten to grade 12 (generally ages 4 to 18 the TDSB serves adults as well). Toronto District School Board: http://www.tdsb.on.ca/

In grade 12, students have the option of applying to a university or college program using one of the application services linked below. Individuals who are no longer in school may also apply for a university or college program at the application service links below. All undergraduate university programs can be applied to using the Ontario Universities Application Centre. Applications to college programs should be submitted through the Ontario Colleges Application Service. Ontario Universities Application Centre: http://www.ouac.on.ca/ Ontario College Application Service: www.ocas.on.ca http://www.ontariocolleges.ca Graduate studies: Please contact one of Ontarios accredited universities List?

Bridge Training Programs provide opportunities for newcomers to obtain the necessary license or certificate in their profession or trade, so that newcomers may work in Ontario. These programs are government-supported, and designed by employers, colleges and universities, occupational regulatory bodies, and community organizations. Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration Bridge Training Program: http://www.citizenship.gov.on.ca/english/keyinitiatives/bridgetraining.shtml

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Financial services and insurance

The Canadian Centre for Financial Literacy delivers easy-to-use money management training to (among other groups) newcomers to Canada. The CCFLs purpose is to educate Canadians about how we can make informed decisions about money, and financial resources available to us. http://www.theccfl.ca/About-CCFL/CCFL-Projects.aspx

Employment
The Toronto Public Library provides assistance with resume and cover letter writing. Even if your resume has been updated recently, it may be beneficial to attend a session (these are free of charge) so that you may (very generally) get an idea of what Canadian employers expect or look for in resumes and cover letters. Toronto Public Library Job Help http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/job-help/ The City of Toronto provides similar services: http://www.toronto.ca/socialservices/employmentservices.htm Further, the Provincial and Federal governments offer the following assistance: http://settlement.org/topics.asp?section=EM:FAJ

We hope you find this guide helpful. Inquiries may be directed to: Call Chaudhary Law at 416 447 6746 for Legal advice on how to immigrate to Canada and not make mistakes in the system that could cost you months and thousands of dollars. We will help you get Canadian Citizenship safely. Call us Today for Canadian Immigration Legal Advice 416 447 6746

M. Max Chaudhary Barrister & Solicitor 18 Wynford Drive Suite 707 Toronto, Ontario M3C 3S2 Tel : 416 447 6118 Fax : 416 447 6746

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