Social Insurance Number (SIN)

You need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to work and to receive government programs and services.

You can fill out the SIN application form online or in-person by visiting one of our local Service Canada offices in Chatham or Wallaceburg.

Visit Settlement.org to learn how:

• to get a Social Insurance Number (SIN Card)

• protect your SIN card

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada's fact sheet will tell you about the uses of the SIN card.