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Checklist · New to Canada: your first five years of money

Newcomer to Canada master checklist

Every action across the four stages of a newcomer's first years, grouped by stage. Progress saves to your device. Print this page to share with a spouse or to take to Service Canada.

Reviewed by Ben Stevenson, Managing Editor, Canadian Money Help Updated April 21, 2026 Methodology

Pre-arrival (2–6 months before landing)

First 30 days

First year

Years 2+