In December 2003, when Paul Martin took office as Prime Minister of Canada, the federal government department known as Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC) was split into two new departments: Social Development Canada (SDC) and Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC). In February 2006, the new Conservative Government of Steven Harper reunited SDC and HRSDC under the umbrella of Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC). General Departmental Information
Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC) Home Page
Programs and Services - alphabetical list of all programs and services with links to further info.
A-Z Index - another alphabetical list, a bit more detailed
Regional Offices - By province or territory, city or town or by postal code
National News Releases
Regional News Releases
Services for Individuals
Services for Business
Services for Organizations
HRSDC Publications and Resources
Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
Employment Insurance (EI)
Old Age Security (OAS)
Social Insurance Number (SIN)
Source: Service Canada
HRSDC Publications and Resources
Resource Area - includes General Documents - Outcome Documents from Roundtables - Information on Government of Canada Programs - Government of Canada Publications - Government of Canada Seniors-Related Web Sites
Seniors Consultation - While Canadian seniors today enjoy more supports and services than ever before, many still face important challenges in areas such as health,
financial security, public safety, housing, and social participation. Not surprisingly, the thought of living as a senior holds promise for some, and uncertainty for others. (…)
Resource Area - includes General Documents - Outcome Documents from Roundtables - Information on Government of Canada Programs - Government of Canada Publications- Government of Canada Seniors-Related Web Sites
Caregivers Consultation - "Across the country, Canadians are caring for members of their families, their neighbours and their friends. Each caregiving situation is unique, and each caregiving relationship is different."