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Relocating to Canada: SIN, Banking, Provincial Driving & Tenant Rights
Settling in Canada requires obtaining a 9-digit Social Insurance Number (SIN) from Service Canada, establishing Canadian bank accounts, and securing provincial driver’s licenses. Housing involves understanding provincial Residential Tenancies Acts, standard lease agreements, credit checks via Equifax/TransUnion, and tenant rights protecting against unlawful rent increases and evictions.
Key 2026 Statutory & Regulatory Checkpoints:
- Service Canada SIN application guidelines for work/study permit holders and new permanent residents.
- Provincial driver’s license reciprocal exchange programs (e.g., US, UK, Australia, France, Germany, Japan).
- Provincial residential tenancy laws (Ontario LTB, BC RTB) governing standard rent increase guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions: Living, Housing & Driving
You can apply for a SIN online or in person at any Service Canada Centre by presenting your original valid passport and primary immigration document (Work Permit, Study Permit, or Confirmation of Permanent Residence).
Yes. Provinces have reciprocal agreements with countries such as the US, UK, Australia, and Germany, allowing direct license exchange. Other license holders must complete provincial written knowledge and road tests.