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Plain answers for Canadians looking for elder care, child care, property care or pet care, and for the independent care professionals who provide it.

For care professionals · Child care

Do I need a licence to provide child care in my home in Canada?

Whether home child care needs a provincial licence in Canada depends on your province and how many children you care for. How to check the rule where you live.

For care professionals · Child care

What first aid course should a babysitter or nanny take in Canada?

Which first aid and CPR course a babysitter, nanny or home child care provider in Canada should take, how long it lasts and when provincial rules apply.

For care professionals · Child care

How do I become a babysitter or nanny in Canada?

How to start as a babysitter or nanny in Canada: first aid and CPR training, building experience, vulnerable sector checks, and what to set up first.

For care professionals · Child care

How do I find babysitting or nanny clients?

How independent babysitters and nannies in Canada find families: what parents check, a profile that answers them, referrals, quick replies and a first visit.

For care professionals · Child care

How should I set my babysitting or nanny rates?

How babysitters and nannies in Canada can set rates: what a rate must cover, what changes it, how to present it clearly and how to raise it with families.