Finding the right information can be a bit of a maze, especially with the frequent updates to government and financial portals. Here is a curated list of high-value links for Canadians, organized by category for easy access.
🏛️ Government & Essential Services
These are the primary “hub” sites for managing your official documentation and benefits.
- Canada.ca: The starting point for almost everything federal, including Passports, Social Insurance Numbers (SIN), and Employment Insurance (EI).
- My Service Canada Account (MSCA): Where you manage your CPP, OAS, and EI benefits.
- CRA My Account: The essential portal for filing taxes, checking your RRSP/TFSA limits, and managing the Canada Child Benefit (CCB).
- WeatherCAN: The official government weather app and website for highly accurate, localized alerts and radar.
💰 Finance & Consumer Protection
Resources to help manage your money and protect your rights in the marketplace.
- Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC): Offers excellent tools like the Budget Planner and Credit Card Comparison tool.
- Consumer Protection Ontario: Essential if you are dealing with contracts, home renovations, or retail disputes in Ontario.
- FP Canada: A great resource for finding certified financial planners and reading up on debt management strategies.
📰 News & Community
Stay informed with national and local updates.
- CBC News: Canada’s public broadcaster for national and international news.
- Radio-Canada: The primary source for French-language news and culture across the country.
- The Weather Network: A popular alternative for detailed local forecasts and storm tracking.
🛠️ Specialized Resources
- Job Bank Canada: The largest government-run job board, which also includes tools for exploring careers based on your current licenses or certifications.
- Canadian Consumer Product Recalls: A searchable database for safety alerts on everything from vehicles and food to electronics.
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