有一些比较重要和有用的信息,摘录如下:
10 Things to do in Your First Few Days
1. Find a place to stay (Hotel & Motel fact sheet)
2. Visit a Newcomer Information Center or go on line to
www.settlement.org or call 211 Community Information to learn how to:
3. Apply for your SIN card - for work and benefits
4. Apply for your OHIP card - learn your options until healthe care begins and what to do in emergencies
5. Apply for goverment benefits - what can you receive for you and your family?
6. Find a bank - secure your money safely
7. Test English skills - take classes to improve if you need to
8. Find places to shop - for food, clothing, funiture, medicine and other supplies
9. Contact schools - for your own education or your children's
10. Learn about public transportation - fares routes, services
Settlement Checklist
1. Find long-term housing (ex. rent an apartment for a year)
2. Begin your job search / get help with your resume & cover letter
3. Find places fo worship for faith and spirituality
4. Consider educational needs and goals
5. Consider healthe and medical needs
6. Find a community centre in your area
7. Learn about public services and facilities (ex. legal clinics)
8. Consider volunteer opportunities / to build work experience
9. Learn about the new society and culture you live in
10. Discover your new home city