Landing in Toronto next month

Hi, I am planning to land in Toronto next week, and come back to US after 1 week. I would like to spend that week getting some necessary paper like social insurance number and health card.

Can someome please tell me where I can get the social insurance number in Toronto? Do I have to have a valid insurance number to open a Bank account and apply for a credit card?

Thanks
 
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You can visit a federal building in Toronto and apply for you SIN, you will need your landing papers. It takes up to 4 to 6 weeks to get the card, but they will give you the number so you can open your bank account.
For the health card, visit an OHIP office to apply. you have to show proof of landing and ontario residency. You have to reside in Ontario for 3 months to get coverage. Congatulations and good luck.
 
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