The Social Insurance Number, or SIN, is a government-issued private identifier that’s connected to your personal, income tax, and benefits information. Many or all of the products on this page are ...

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 ...

Starting January 22, 2025, a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) is required for most study permit applications, including those applying for graduate programs or changing schools (e.g., high school ...

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced changes to the International Student Program starting January 1, 2026, including new rules for Provincial Attestation Letters (PALs).