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ChecklistsImportant Documents to Bring With You

Passport  
Adoption papers  
Birth certificates for all family members Important Documents to Bring With You
Marriage certificates, separation papers and divorce papers
School diplomas and degrees, or trade or professional papers and certificates
Certified immunization records for all children under the age of 16 - these are required before children can be registered to attend school
Driver's licence if you have one in your country - your foreign driver's licence is valid for 90 days after you arrive in Canada
An original document in English or French to prove you have a driver's licence from the country where you were driving and show proof of how many years of driving experience you have. This document will help you get your driving licence in Ontario faster. (If you cannot show acceptable proof of your driving experience, you will be considered a new driver.) Refer to Getting your drivers licence.
If you have a history of safe driving in your home country, ask for a letter of reference or history from your insurance company. This could help you get a discount on your insurance in Ontario. Refer to Car insurance.
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