Service Canada - Cochrane District
Service: Social Insurance Number
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: COC0177 | Last Modified: 05 Nov 2019 | Last Full Update: 24 Sep 2018 |
| Description & Services | |
|---|---|
| Public Comments | If an individual is interested in applying by mail, they can contact the toll-free number to determine whether or not they are eligible. The website states that an individual must be living 100km or more from the nearest Service Canada location, or have other limitations that prevent them from visiting a Service Canada location. The website lists postal codes that are approved for mailed applications. As of March 31, 2014 Social Insurance Numbers are issued in paper format. Existing plastic cards that are not expired can still be used. There is no fee to apply for or replace a Social Insurance Number. |
| Description (Service) | Assigns a unique nine-digit number to individuals living in Canada, who wish to work in Canada or receive benefits and services from government programs |
| Hours | Local Office Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm Telephone agents available Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
| Areas Served | Cochrane District |
| Eligibility | Every Canadian citizen, newcomer to Canada or temporary resident who wishes to work in Canada or to receive benefits and services from government programs |
| Application |
Required documents: See list on the website |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | None |
| Additional Service Sites | |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | Toll Free 1-800-206-7218 Option 3 |
| TTY Phone | Toll Free 1-800-926-9105 |
| Website | www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/sin.html |
| Located In Community | Timmins |
| Address | 120 Cedar St S Timmins, ON P4N 2G8 View Google Map |
| Intersection | Cedar St S and Second Ave |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (40) Federal Government |
| Funding | Federal |
