See when payment dates, application windows and programs become worth checking as ages and life situations change. For learning only — not a personal eligibility decision.
Program summaries and timing markers come from official government sources and may change. Confirm details on the linked pages before you act.
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Programs people often look into in their first year after landing or becoming a resident.
Up to three high-value first steps in this section.
What it is
Free settlement services funded by IRCC to help newcomers with language, employment, and community orientation.
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Worth checking soon after arrival for language, employment, and orientation help through IRCC-funded agencies.
What it is
A newcomer application path to register for the GST/HST credit before a full tax return is assessed.
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Worth checking in your first year; newcomers often apply with Form RC151 before their first return is assessed.
What it is
A newcomer application path to register for the Canada Child Benefit when you have eligible children.
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Worth checking when you have children under 18; newcomers often register with Form RC66 on arrival.
After 18 months in Canada with a valid permit. Many temporary residents become eligible to apply for the Canada Child Benefit after meeting residency and permit rules. See CRA newcomer guidance.
What it is
Filing a tax return establishes your residency record and lets the CRA assess credits and benefits.
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Your first return establishes your CRA record; many credits and monthly benefits need a filed return, and some newcomer programs use one-time forms before that.
What it is
Limited temporary health coverage for eligible refugee claimants, protected persons, and some resettled refugees.
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Worth checking for eligible refugee claimants, protected persons, and some resettled refugees until provincial health insurance starts.
What it is
Income support and settlement help for government-assisted refugees delivered through resettlement agencies.
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Worth checking for government-assisted refugees; income support is delivered through resettlement agencies.
What it is
A federal grant deposited into an RESP for eligible children from low-income families, without requiring contributions.
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Worth checking for eligible children before age 18 if family income is low; no RESP contribution required.
What it is
Provincial or territorial health insurance that covers medically necessary care once you are enrolled.
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Worth checking as soon as you move; many provinces have waiting periods before coverage starts.
Filter by province above to see what you may be eligible for in your province or territory.
What it is
MyEligible's guide to finding shelter, rent help, and local essentials after you relocate, filter by your province and city.
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Worth checking in your first months in Canada when you are still looking for stable housing or local support services.
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Timeline transition dates and program summaries last reviewed 2026-08-26 against linked official sources. Amounts and rules change — confirm on official sites.
This page shows when programs become relevant to learn about, not whether you qualify or how much you would receive. Use the quiz or linked guides for specifics.