Birth

Are fertility treatments and reproductive technology covered by OHIP?
Since 2015, the Ontario Fertility Program has been available to eligible patients in helping them grow their families. You may be able to access funded fertility services regardless of your gender, sexual orientation, and/or family status.
How do I access abortion services in Ontario?
Abortions are available across Ontario and covered by OHIP until 24 weeks gestation; however not every city has equal access.
What are maternity and parental benefits?
Maternity and parental benefits are types of Employment Insurance benefits.

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.
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.
Where can I find support groups for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning, intersex, or asexual (LGBTQIA+) newcomers?
If you are new to Ontario you may want to connect with other newcomers who also identify as LGBTQIA+. You may want to find a community group specifically for LGBTQIA+ newcomers. You don’t have to be openly out to join these kinds of groups.

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 vaccinations does my child need?
These are the proper vaccinations your children must obtain before attending school in Ontario.
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).

Are fertility treatments and reproductive technology covered by OHIP?