Working in NB

To work in New Brunswick or anywhere else in Canada you will need a Social Insurance Number.   You can obtain your Social Insurance Number by visiting any Service Canada location in New Brunswick. You can also apply online at: http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/sc/sin/index.shtml

If you need help, please contact an immigrant serving agency in your area.

There are many services available for individuals looking for employment. Most immigrant service agencies in New Brunswick have employment counselors on site that help newcomers with employment related issues. If this is not available where you live, please visit a local Department of Post Secondary Education, Training and Labour office. This link will tell you more about what they do and where they are located in New Brunswick http://app.infoaa.7700.gnb.ca/gnb/Pub/EServices/ListServiceDetails.asp?ServiceID1=5095&ReportType1=All

The government of New Brunswick has created The Employment Standards Branch who assist employers and employees to put into place fair and equitable workplace practices. This link will give you information on minimum wage overtime, maternity leave, vacations, etc. http://www.gnb.ca/0308/index-e.asp