Social services

How to notify social services of your departure? 1 month ago

Find out which social services you need to notify when leaving Canada, the deadlines for submitting applications, the consequences of not notifying them, and the procedure for resuming payments upon your return.

What happens to Canada Child Benefit payments if you leave the country? 1 month ago

Find out how leaving Canada affects your Canada Child Benefit (CCB), when to notify the CRA, how to avoid overpayments, and how to resume payments upon your return.

Do your social insurance numbers (SIN) remain active after you leave? 1 month ago

Find out what happens to your SIN after you leave Canada: expiry, inactive status, reactivation rules, and impact on taxes and benefits.

How do I resume social benefits after returning to Canada? 1 month ago

Find out how to resume social benefits in Canada after returning: OAS, CPP, EI, health insurance, and other benefits. Tips, deadlines, and required documents.

Do I need to close my accounts with local social security authorities? 1 month ago

Find out which accounts you should close, suspend, or keep active when leaving Canada: CRA, OAS, CPP, health insurance, benefits, and social programs.