Newcomer resources
Help along the way
Canada has programs and services designed specifically for newcomers. These official resources can help you settle, learn, and thrive.
All links go to official sources
We prioritize Government of Canada pages and established public-interest resources. Always use Canada.ca as the authority for immigration, citizenship, and test requirements.
Citizenship resources
Start with Canada.ca for authority, then use Supers as an unofficial practice companion.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
The official source for all immigration applications, processing times, and citizenship information.
Visit IRCCCitizenship application
Step-by-step guide to applying for Canadian citizenship. Check eligibility, gather documents, submit your application.
Start applicationDiscover Canada study guide
The official study guide for the citizenship test. Everything you need to know about Canada's history, values, and government.
Download guideCitizenship test information
The current test format, passing score, official study guide, practice questions, and what content is covered.
Learn moreSupers citizenship practice
Unofficial practice questions, mock exams, bookmarks, notes, quick facts, and Discover Canada page references.
Open practice appSettlement services
Free services to help you adapt to life in Canada.
Pre-arrival services
Start preparing before you arrive. Job search help, credential assessment, and community connections.
Explore servicesFinding housing
Temporary and permanent housing options. What to expect, tenant rights, and how to avoid scams.
Housing guideHealthcare in Canada
How the healthcare system works. Getting a health card, finding a doctor, emergency services.
Healthcare infoFinding work
Job search strategies, credential recognition, Canadian workplace culture, and your rights as a worker.
Employment helpLanguage programs
Free language training for eligible newcomers.
Newcomer essentials checklist
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Apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN)
Required for working in Canada and accessing government programs
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Register for provincial health insurance
Coverage varies by province, some have waiting periods
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Open a Canadian bank account
Needed for receiving pay and paying bills
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Find a family doctor
Walk-in clinics work too, but a regular doctor is better for ongoing care
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Connect with settlement services
Free help with everything from job search to finding housing
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Get a Canadian driver's license
Rules vary by province, some accept international licenses temporarily