What is a Social Insurance Number?

A Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a 9-digit number issued by Service Canada, a Canadian government department. You need a SIN before starting work in Canada, to file taxes as...

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COVID-19: A Guide for International Students in Canada Arriving from Abroad

On November 18th Canadian Immigration posted an important consolidated document to support International students arriving or returning to Canada and to highlight the responsibilities for Canadian DLIs (Designated Learning Institutions),...

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Canadian Financial Institutions, Credit Cards, and Debit Cards

There are two main types of financial intuitions in the province of Ontario – banks and credit unions. While banks belong to a limited number of shareholders the credit unions...

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