First Steps to Settlement

Provides settlement supports, including needs assessment, personalized action planning, referral protocols and group learning/information sessions to assist clients. Support available:

• Developing a settlement action plan
• Information on getting a Driver’s License or Social Insurance Number (SIN)
• Assistance applying for a Health Card
• Assistance applying for Child Tax Benefits
• Information on housing and education
• Shopping information (food, clothing, and more)
• Health and recreation information
• Referrals to other community programs and resources

Settlement services for Temporary Residents*:

• Provincial Settlement Services – provide personalized settlement support tailored to the client’s specific needs. The program is offered in Saskatoon and Regina and towns within a 150 km radius of these cities.

* Temporary Residents of Canada, i.e. Open/Closed work permit holder, Student visa holder with permission to work in Canada, Refugee Claimant with work permit (Proof of Temporary Residence is required).

The CLBPT is also available for Canadian citizens who arrived in Canada less than eight years ago. Provincial Settlement Services are also available for Canadian citizens who arrived in Canada less than five years ago.

Settlement services for Permanent Residents**:

**Programs available to Permanent Residents and other newcomers approved as eligible to receive IRCC funded programs.

• “Welcome to Saskatchewan” Newcomer Orientation Program (W2SK) – provides information about living in Saskatchewan and Canada empowering the newcomer to make informed decisions regarding settlement in Canada. Provided in-person or online.
  
• Needs & Assets Assessments and Referral Services (NAARS) – provides personalized settlement needs assessments and action planning support. This program is offered in Saskatoon and Regina. Virtual options may be available. Contact the IWS for more information.