10/17/2026
First baby in Canada? ๐จ๐ฆ๐ถ Here are 6 important steps new parents in B.C. should know.
Welcoming a newborn comes with a lot of excitement, but there are also a few important registrations, documents and benefits to take care of.
This carousel breaks it down simply:
1. ๐ถ Register your baby's birth
2. ๐ชช Get your baby's Social Insurance Number (SIN)
3. ๐ฐ Apply for the Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
4. ๐ Order the birth certificate
5. โ๏ธ Apply for a child passport if you're planning international travel
6. ๐ฅ Enrol your baby in MSP
One especially important reminder: keep filing your income tax return every year, as your tax information can affect eligibility and amounts for benefits such as the Canada Child Benefit.
New parent in B.C.? Save this checklist for later and share it with someone who may need it. โค๏ธ
Need help understanding how a new baby may affect your tax return, Canada Child Benefit or other family benefits?
Talk to Figure Fixers Accounting Services.
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