Moving to Toronto

A great way to help you settle into a new life in a strange city is to get out and meet people. We have players from all over Ireland that have made Toronto their home from home in the past number of years and are always willing to help new players out.

GAA In Canada

TORONTO GAA

The Toronto GAA oversees the Gaelic football, hurling and camogie leagues in Toronto.

canada gaa

​The Canadian GAA is responsible for Gaelic games across Canada, overseeing approximately 20 clubs.

Play Hurling

​Play Hurling Logo. Helping to spread the Irish stick sport of hurling in the USA and Canada.

Useful Information

IRISH & NEW TO TORONTO FACEBOOK PAGE​

Facebook group for Irish people in Toronto to share first hand experiences of settling in, social & sporting events, selling items etc.

MOVING 2 CANADA

Moving 2 Canada has a dedicated page of information and links for Irish people thinking who are thinking about moving to Toronto

IRISH CANADIAN IMMIGRATION CENTRE

Established in 2011, I/CAN, a non-for-profit organisation offers outreach & information in areas such as employment, social services & immigration.

OHIP Health Card

Temporary foreign workers who hold a valid work permit may be eligible for OHIP coverage​

DRIVING

Driving Licences from Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland can be swapped for Ontario driving licences, as of June 2015.
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You may need to take some tests, depending on your level of experience. You will be required to take an eye test.