IMPORTANT SERVICES
FOR YOUR NEWBORN
1. Birth Registration
Registering your child’s birth creates a permanent legal record. It is required to access key services like a birth certificate, health coverage, the Canada Child Benefit, and a Social Insurance Number (SIN). Know more…
2. Birth Certificate
A birth certificate proves your child’s identity and birth details. You’ll need it for a passport, health coverage, SIN, and school enrollment. Know more…
3. Health Insurance Card
A health card lets your child access government-funded health care without paying out-of-pocket. Know more…
4. Social Insurance Number (SIN)
You can apply for your child’s SIN when registering their birth. Children 12 or older can apply themselves; parents or guardians can apply for younger children. Know more…
5. Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
The CCB provides monthly financial support to help families with the cost of raising children and reduce child poverty. Know more…
6. Canadian Passport
A passport is required for international travel. Apply once your child is registered as a Canadian citizen. Know more…
7. Children Born Outside Canada
Not all children born abroad to Canadian citizens automatically have citizenship. Apply for a certificate of Canadian citizenship to confirm your child’s status. Know more…
8. Member of an Indigenous Community
For information on whether you are entitled to registration, how to apply, and where to get help. Click here!
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