All About Toronto

Administrative Resources

Essential websites and services for settling into Toronto

Government Services

Service Ontario

Your main portal for provincial services including driver's licenses, health cards (OHIP), and birth certificates.

City of Toronto

Official city website for municipal services, permits, property taxes, garbage collection, and local programs.

Service Canada

Federal services including Social Insurance Numbers (SIN), passports, and employment insurance.

Healthcare

Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)

Register for OHIP to access free healthcare in Ontario. New residents have a 3-month waiting period.

Health Care Connect

Find a family doctor or nurse practitioner accepting new patients in your area.

Telehealth Ontario

Free, confidential health advice from a registered nurse, 24/7. Call 1-866-797-0000.

Transportation & Licensing

DriveTest

Book road tests and written exams for Ontario driver's licenses.

TTC - Toronto Transit Commission

Plan trips, check schedules, and get PRESTO card information for Toronto public transit.

PRESTO

Manage your PRESTO card, check balance, and set up autoload for seamless transit.

Housing & Utilities

Toronto Hydro

Set up electricity service for your home or apartment in Toronto.

Enbridge Gas

Natural gas service for heating and hot water in many Toronto homes.

Landlord and Tenant Board

Know your rights and responsibilities as a tenant in Ontario.

Banking & Finance

TD Canada Trust

Newcomer banking packages with fee waivers and perks for new residents.

RBC Royal Bank

Banking solutions and resources specifically designed for newcomers to Canada.

Scotiabank

StartRight Program offering newcomer banking benefits and services.

BMO

NewStart Program with special offers for new Canadian residents.

CIBC

Welcome to Canada Banking Package with no monthly fees for newcomers.

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)

Register for online access to manage taxes, benefits, and government payments.

Education

Toronto District School Board (TDSB)

Public elementary and secondary schools in Toronto. Find your local school and registration info.

Toronto Catholic District School Board

Catholic school system in Toronto (publicly funded).

Toronto Public Library

Free library card gives access to books, digital resources, programs, and workspace at 100 branches.

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