Upon arrival in Canada you should: 7 R, ~/ Q+ c6 L: Q7 L' j& e! e9 r$ K P7 g( b5 L- z
* Contact immigrant-serving organizations in your community. They can help you find the information and services you need to start your new life, including language training and help finding work. : z/ V9 X# f( n; j8 O4 E * Apply for Canadian identification, such as a driver’s licence and a health insurance card, which you should carry with you at all times. 4 ]6 W+ l- b. q' h7 b3 P5 L * Open a bank account and begin to establish your credit. ! a* X" }( H& E# y0 z$ d6 O * Apply for private health insurance if you are not eligible for immediate public health insurance coverage in your province or territory. 5 l$ j$ {: p. M: X * Apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and a health insurance card. ! K0 i+ P5 x" r6 e1 A! } Y * Look for a job.