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Toll-Free:
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Regional Call Centre: 1-800-206-7218 Option 3
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Address:
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c/o Social Insurance Registration Office
Canada Enquiry Centre
PO Box 7000
Bathurst, NB
E2A 4T1
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Automated System: Daily 24 hours
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Service Description:
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The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number used in the administration of various Canadian government programs * it is required to work in Canada or to receive government benefits * children over 12 years can apply for their own card, and parents/guardians can apply for children under the age of majority
Service Canada Centres - Provide in-person service, information, forms and publications regarding Social Insurance Numbers
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Application:
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Apply in person at Service Canada Centre or through the mail with application form * original or certified copies of documents must be provided such as Canadian birth or citizenship certificate, permanent resident card or work permit
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