Having a Social Insurance Number DOES NOT authorize you to work. Only your study or work permit can give you permission to work in Canada. To work, file taxes, and access government programs and ...

Once in Canada, individuals must apply for a temporary social insurance number through the branch office of Service Canada that serves their area of residence: Find a Service Canada Centre Near You.

In compliance with Canada Revenue Agency regulations, students paying tuition at a Canadian university are required to have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) or Individual Tax Number (ITN) and to ...