Useful Links

  • Global Experience Ontario
  • Learn English or French
  • Opportunities Ontario
  • How to apply

Parents & Children

If you have children, you will want to know about Ontario’s schools and other services for children and young people. This section provides links to useful resources. 

You can visit the Ministry of Children and Youth services site for information about all the children and youth programs and services provided by the Ontario government.

Ontario's Elementary and Public Schools

General information for newcomer families in Ontario

Children’s health

Immunization information for children attending school or day care in Ontario

Children’s Treatment Centres

DID YOU KNOW?

If you work as an employee in Ontario you are probably protected by the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA)? The ESA is a law that sets minimum standards for fair workplace practices and covers things like minimum wage and hours of work. Learn more about Employment Standards.

Information of health regarding children and youth in Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada

Summer programs for children

Parks and recreation areas in Ontario

Canadian Child Care Federation

TVO Parents

The Colleges and Universities section has information about post-secondary education in Ontario.

 
 

Common Questions

  • Will there be anyone to assist me when I arrive?

    Ontario Immigration Make sure you prepare well before you arrive and that you have all of the documents you need. Try to arrange for a friend or a family member to meet you at the airport so that you get all of the help you need. Know that you can always use the Services Near Me directory to locate services and programs available in your community.

  • Where can I find information about my new community?

    Ontario Immigration Visit our Cities and Towns section for municipal information or use the Services Near Me directory to locate services and programs available in your community. You can also contact your municipality for information on recreational activities in your area.

  • How do I apply for a Social Insurance Number?

    Ontario Immigration Your Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number required for temporary and permanent residents to work legally in Canada and to access government programs and benefits. You can apply for a SIN at a Service Canada office. Make sure you bring with you the required documents and a completed application form.

  • Where can I get a health card?

    Ontario Immigration If you are eligible, you can obtain a health card from a Service Ontario centre. You will need to fill out an application form and take it with you along with additional documents when you apply for a health card.

  • How can I find a doctor?

    Ontario Immigration You can find a doctor by searching the directory of doctors in Ontario. You may also use you local telephone directory to find a doctor in your community.

  • Where can I find a hospital?

    Ontario Immigration You can find a listing of hospitals in Ontario on the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

  • Does the Ontario Government offer health insurance to immigrants?

    Ontario Immigration Permanent residents, temporary workers, convention refugees and other specific groups may receive coverage under the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) three months after arriving in Ontario. Apply for public health insurance as soon as you arrive in order to ensure you are covered after your first three months. Find more information on OHIP eligibility and health care in Canada.

  • Where can I learn about Ontario's education system?

    Ontario Immigration Find information about the school system and academic programs in Ontario.

  • Where can I go to improve my English?

    Ontario Immigration Basic English language assessment and instruction for adults is available in Ontario. School boards also deliver English as a Second Language (ESL) programs for children and non-credit programs for adults. Use our language class wizard to find an English language training program near you.

  • How do I become a Canadian citizen?

    Ontario Immigration The requirements and applications are available from the Government of Canada.

 
 
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