This weblog is designed to provide valuable information mainly for Newcomers to Saskatoon, Canada. I know that it is hard to settle down in a foreign country once you come from a different country. You don’t know what you should do first, where you can find things you need, and who you should contact for help. If you have a friend or two here in Saskatoon or in Canada, it will be easy for you to settle down. But those who don’t have anyone here, it will be tough and challenging. So I decided to share what I know with Newcomers to Saskatoon, Canada and help them a bit to settle here. This weblog contains information needed for Newcomers. But this also will be useful for people planning to move to Saskatoon, Canada.
I wish you all the best and good luck in your new home. If you have any questions/concerns or need a help, please contact me.
Download Information Package for Newcomers by courtesy of Saskatoon Open Door Society.
- Find a place to live
- Sign up for utility services (Power, Gas, Phone)
- Apply for SIN Card
- Apply for Saskatchewan Health Card
- Open a Bank Account (Saving and Checking)
- Find a School for your kids
- Apply for the Canada Child Tax Benefit, and GST Credits
- Apply for the Driver’s Licence
- Get information about finding a job
- Apply for a job
- Find a settlement agency close to your home
- Find a Community Health Centre close to your home
- Find a public library close to your home
- Learn about your rights as an employee
- Learn about your rights as a tenant
- Get maps of streets and bus routes
- Find out where to shop
