Important Documents

Once you arrive in Canada there will be documents that you will need in order to start working, receive health care and drive. You will also want to be aware of the documents you all ready have and should bring with you to Canada.

Social Insurance Number (SIN)

Every individual is allocated a Social Insurance Number.  In order to work you will need this number from the Government of Canada.  To apply for a SIN you will need personal identification documentation (passport) and an authorization to live and work in Canada. This authorization may include a work visa or permanent residence status. Service Canada will need to see your original documents.  You may do this at a Service Canada center or mail in the originals.

Medical

Most health care services in Manitoba are free of charge.  In order to receive these services you must apply for a Manitoba Health card.  This card should be kept with you at all times.  You will present this card if you or a family member requires medical assistance of any kind.  The following link will provide you with more information on obtaining a Manitoba Health Card.

Drivers

Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) oversees the licensing of driving and provides insurance to drivers and vehicles. MPI is a provincial government agency.  Every driver must complete a test before being issued a drivers licence.  All vehicles are also required to have insurance, called Autopac.   Be sure to bring your current driver’s licence with you when you relocate to Canada.  Details about driving in Manitoba and other transportation.

What to Bring With You

In order for you to work and enter the country there are many documents that you should bring with you. You should be aware that some of your accreditations that are recognized in your home country may be different here. If you are planning to work in the same field as your home land you may want to check with the Canadian standards for that occupation.  You may need to bring such records as school transcripts, birth and marriage certificates, health records, vehicle records, credit history, bank statements, credit card statements, bill payments and others.

This link will give you an idea of what to bring with you to enter the country.