Register your baby's birth
Births are registered with the province. Ontario's online newborn bundle also applies for the birth certificate, SIN and child benefits.
Cost: Registration free; birth certificate CAD 25 (Ontario, reference)
Time: Register within 30 days; documents in 6–8 weeks plus mail
What you need
- Baby born in Ontario, under 12 months old, not registered before
- Baby's date of birth, name and weight, and length of pregnancy in weeks
- Parents' names, dates and places of birth
- Name of the hospital or birthing centre and of the person who delivered the baby
Step by step
- Gather the information listed
- Apply through the online 5-in-1 newborn bundle, with all parents present
- Pay for the birth certificate if you order one
- Print the receipt page
- Track the certificate, SIN and benefits with each agency
Where to apply
ServiceOntario: register a birth · ontario.ca
Tips to get it right the first time
- After 12 months the process is longer and has a fee.
- The bundle also applies for the Social Insurance Number and Canada child benefits.
- Registering by mail is slower and you must apply for the documents separately.
Save the checklist in the app and tick items off as you gather them.
Reviewed on October 19, 2026 · source: ontario.ca. Requirements and costs are for reference and may change without notice: confirm them with the official source before you go. We are not affiliated with any institution.