Once you have your certificate from the CPSO you can apply for:

  • New to Canada physicians will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to apply for a bank account. Instructions can be found on your LMIA letter.
  • Medical insurance through the CMPA 
  • Become a member of the Ontario Medical Association (OMA)
  • OHIP Billing will be your primary source of revenue. You will need a Canadian bank account and CPSO certificate number to apply. The application can be found here. 

SOPRA has put together a list of preferred vendors for your business:

  • MNP Accounting offers professional packages for physicians.
  • MD Financial provides financial and investment services with packages for physicians.
  • Scotiabank has business account packages for physicians.
  • Speak to your community recruiter about the following:
    • Real estate agents
    • Moving companies
    • Car rentals
    • Schools
    • Spousal Employment

For a list of Community Recruiters who can assist you with all of the above, please visit our contact page.