For new immigrants

Services and information

Applications for new permanent resident cards or replacement cards and how long it takes to get a card

Eligibility requirements and application steps for permanent resident travel documents

Find a job, get your credentials assessed, improve your language skills for work, and what to expect when you get to Canada.

Health care, finding a place to live, planning your finances and enrolling your children in school

List of services in your area to help you find a job, help with daily life and help you adjust to your new community

Eligibility requirements, application steps and processing times for Canadian citizenship

Tax obligations, credits and benefits and filing a tax return for your first year in Canada

How to avoid falling victim to fraud and scams targeting newcomers

What you need to do if you want to travel outside of Canada as a permanent resident

Why, when and how to give up your permanent resident status, including application forms

Games, puzzles and teaching materials that will help you learn about citizenship and immigration