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I just arrived in Quebec: where do I start?

Here are the steps often useful when you arrive. Add what applies to you (children, housing, doctor…) and the plan adjusts.

Good to know — General information drawn from verified answers on this site. It is neither legal advice nor an official decision: each step links to the official procedure page, which you should confirm before acting. Demande au Québec is an independent website, not a government site.

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  1. How do I get Québec health insurance when I arrive from outside Québec?

    To find out how to register for the public health insurance plan.

    General information, not medical advice. As soon as you arrive in Québec, you can register for the RAMQ health insurance plan if you meet the eligibility conditions that match your status (person settling in Québec or person on a temporary stay).

    See the answer Official procedure ↗

    Checked on October 5, 2026

  2. How do I get or replace my Social Insurance Number (SIN)?

    To find out how to get your social insurance number.

    The SIN is a 9-digit number you need to work in Canada or to access government programs and benefits. If you already know your SIN, you do not need to apply again: you can view and print it in My Service Canada Account.

    See the answer Official procedure ↗

    Checked on October 4, 2026

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  1. How do I report my change of address to public bodies?

    To find out how to give your new address to public bodies.

    When you move, you must give your new address to Québec government departments and bodies as soon as possible.

    See the answer Official procedure ↗

    Checked on October 5, 2026

  2. How do I register for a free French course (Francisation Québec)?

    To find out how to sign up for French courses.

    Québec offers free French courses to people aged 16 and over who live in Québec and are not subject to compulsory school attendance, as well as to people planning to settle in Québec. If you are an immigrant, you apply for admission online, either for a full-time or a part-time course.

    See the answer Official procedure ↗

    Checked on October 5, 2026

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  1. How do I create my CRA My Account and Revenu Québec My Account?

    To find out how to create your personal accounts with the tax administrations.

    General information, not advice. There are two separate accounts. For the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) My Account, you register for a CRA account with your date of birth, your social insurance number and an amount from your recent income tax return, then have your identity verified.

    See the answer Official procedure ↗

    Checked on October 5, 2026

Rules, deadlines and fees can change: always confirm on the official page of each procedure.

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I'm moving: where do I start?Here is one possible order for your moving steps. Add what applies to you (tenant, purchase, children…) and the plan adjusts. I lost my job: what should I do first?Here is one possible order for your steps after losing a job. Add what applies to you (children, rent…) and the plan adjusts.