‎How to get a Social Insurance Number (S.I.N.)

To register your RESP and benefit from government grants like the Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) or the Canada Learning Bond (CLB), a Social Insurance Number is required for both you and your child. If your child doesn’t yet have one, it’s best to apply before or as soon as you open your RESP. You only have 18 months to apply for the SIN from the day the plan is opened. To get a SIN, you can: