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This page has been designed for parents and families to assist them in quickly finding online services for their needs.  From maternity benefits to Child Safety, you'll find it here.

Helping Children and Youth with Special Needs		The Ontario government provides and funds many special programs and services to help children and youth with special needs and their families.		Healthy Families and Infants (0-6) - Sudbury and District Health Unit		Raising a healthy family is a big responsibility. This section will also help you link directly to existing family support services offered by the health unit and its community partners.
Birth Certificates		A birth certificate is a "foundation identity document" that is required to apply for other forms of identification, such as social insurance numbers or health cards.		National Child Benefit Supplement		The National Child Benefit Supplement, an Investment in Canadian Families by Federal, Provincial and Territorial Governments and First Nations.
Canada Child Tax Benefit		The Canada Child Tax Benefit is a tax-free monthly payment made to eligible families to help them with the cost of raising children under age 18.		Newborn Registration Service		ServiceOntario and Service Canada's joint Newborn Registration Service: the fastest, most convenient and secure way to get your child's birth certificate and Social Insurance Number (SIN) card.
Canada Education Savings Grant		Learning is the key to success at every stage of life. Education is among the best investments for the future. Over 65% of all new jobs now depend on some form of education after high school.  The Government of Canada will add to your savings in a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) with a Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG).		Online Status Inquiry		The Online Status Inquiry system allows you to search for the status of your birth certificate(s), marriage certificate(s) or death certificate(s).
Child Care Subsidy		The Child Care Subsidy is a program of the City of Greater Sudbury which helps families by paying some or all of their child care costs for children up to 12 using licensed or other approved child care programs.		Ontario Child Care Supplement for Working Families		The Ontario Child Care Supplement for Working Families (OCCS) is a tax-free monthly payment to help with the costs of raising children under the age of seven.
Child Disability Benefit		The Child Disability Benefit (CDB) is a tax-free benefit for families who care for a child under age 18 with a severe and prolonged impairment in mental or physical functions.		Passports for children		Since December 11, 2001, all children who travel need a passport.
Children’s Aid Society		The Children's Aid Society of the Districts of Sudbury and Manitoulin is an organization that values children, and is respectful and sensitive to their needs.		Registered Education Saving Plans (RESP)		A Registered Education Saving Plans (RESP) is a contract between an individual (the subscriber) and a person or organization (the promoter).
Child Safety- Safety in Vehicles		Child safety in Vehicles - Information for parents and caregivers.		SafeCanada.ca - Safety Information for Children		SafeCanada.ca is your one-stop shop for safety and security information and services concerning children.
Child Support		The provinces and territories share responsibility with the federal government for matters relating to child support.		Social Insurance Number		You will require a SIN to work in Canada or to receive government benefits.
Employment Insurance (EI) and Maternity, Parental and Sickness Benefits		Maternity/parental benefits are paid to individuals who are pregnant, have recently given birth, are adopting a child or are caring for a newborn. Sickness benefits are paid to those who are unable to work due to sickness, injury, or quarantine.		Universal Child Care Benefit		The Universal Child Care Benefit is a new initiative designed to assist Canadian families, as they seek to balance work and family life, by supporting their child care choices through direct financial support.
Guide to Government of Canada Services for Children and their Families		If you're a parent or other caregiver, the Government of Canada offers many services for children and their families.