Five important things to do after immigrating to Canada

Be sure to do these 5 things in the first week after immigrating to Canada

If you have just arrived in Canada or are coming to Canada, you should be familiar with the things that you need to do in the first week of your arrival. Doing the 5 things below will put you on the right track and make it easier and faster for you to come to Canada. Stay in Canada.

Get health insurance

Regardless of which category you came to Canada under, it is recommended that you get health insurance in your province or territory as soon as possible. When you have health insurance, you don't have to pay the full cost of health care out of pocket.

2️⃣ Inform your address to IRCC Ministry of Immigration

In order to receive your permanent residence card and other IRCC documents and correspondence by mail, the Department of Immigration must know your residential address. The Canadian government says newcomers have 180 days after arriving in Canada to provide their address online to IRCC.

3️⃣ Open a bank account

Having a bank account is essential for all immigrants in Canada. Available through offices and branches of a variety of institutions across Canada, a bank account allows you to manage day-to-day expenses, pay bills, and generally control your income and spending flow.

4️⃣ Get your social insurance number SIN

You can get a SIN from your nearest Service Canada office. A SIN is a 9-digit number that any newcomer with legal status in Canada can obtain. Having this number allows you to work in Canada.

5️⃣ Buy a mobile phone line

You should buy a mobile phone line so that you can keep in touch with your family and friends at home and abroad. There is a wide variety of cell phone plans in Canada, and it's important to research all available options before making a purchase.