To work in Canada, you need a valid Social Insurance Number. This number is required to work in Canada or to have access to government programs and benefits.
Note: Human Resources cannot assist you with this process. The following links are to office at the University of Waterloo that have information on applying for a Social Insurance Number.
- Legal and Immigration Services: Information for Visiting Students, Scholars, Researchers, IVGS, PDSs, Professors
- International Experience Centre: Information for International Students.
Visit Service Canada's SIN site if you would like more information about your Social Insurance Number.