Birth

How do I apply for a birth certificate for my Canadian-born child?
You must fill out a birth certificate application and submit it to the Vital Statistics office in the province where your child was born.
What are maternity and parental benefits?
Maternity and parental benefits are types of Employment Insurance benefits.
How do I get a Canadian passport for my child from inside Canada?
You must fill out a child passport application, collect the required documents and submit them by mail or in person.

How do I get a Canadian passport for my child from outside Canada?
You must fill out an application, collect the required documents and submit them all with the required fees.
How do I find child care in Ontario?
Child care services in Ontario are in high demand and have long waiting lists. You may not get a spot right away. It is important to plan ahead if you need child care.
How do I register my child for OHIP?
The process for obtaining OHIP coverage depends on where your child was born.

What if my Ontario birth certificate is lost or stolen?
If you were born in Ontario you can apply for a replacement birth certificate through Service Ontario.
Growing Up in a New Land: A Guide for Newcomer Parents
This resource provides information for newcomer parents with children under 6 years old. It is available in English or French.
Newborn Screening Ontario
This multilingual document provides information on newborn testing. All babies in Ontario are tested for rare disorders in order to reduce the possibility of health problems later in life.

What immunizations does my child need?
Your children will not be allowed to go to school or daycare in Ontario if they have not received certain vaccinations.
RESP Checklist
Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs) can be an effective way to save for post-secondary education, but different plans have different features, risks and costs. Find out more about these key things before you invest.
RESP Plan Comparison
Learn about the three types of Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs).

How do I apply for a birth certificate for my Canadian-born child?