After You Arrive
Now that you have arrived, there are many things to do and it may seem overwhelming.
A Checklist: Settling in Ontario
Here are some of the most common steps newcomers take after arriving in Canada.
- Find a place to live
- Apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- Apply for an Ontario health card (OHIP)
- Provide Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) with your Canadian address
- Open a bank account
- Prepare for working in Cornwall
- Locate a doctor, dentist or other health services
- Find a school for your children
- Apply for the Canada Child Tax Benefit (CCTB)
- Get a map of your community and learn about public transportation
- Find language classes for you and your family
- Apply for a Driver’s Licence
Along with this website, there are several organizations that can help you settle into your new home: