It’s one of the most common scenarios in Canadian eldercare: an adult child living in one city, an aging parent living in another, and a growing recognition that the parent needs regular in-home support. Maybe you’ve been making do with…
Every summer, a wave of Canadian families decides it’s time to hire a nanny. For some, it’s been building all year: a daycare waitlist that hasn’t moved, a work schedule that doesn’t pause for summer, a parent returning from leave.…
Many Canadian families hire nannies and caregivers who are not yet permanent residents or citizens. Maybe you’ve found someone already working in Canada on a temporary permit. Maybe you’re navigating a new immigration pathway. Or maybe your caregiver’s status recently…
As tax season approaches its deadline, many families who employ a nanny or caregiver find themselves asking the same question: “Do our payroll records actually line up?” The good news? You don’t need to start from scratch. With the right…
As 2025 winds down, families across Canada who employ nannies or caregivers should start thinking about what the coming year might bring. Not just for everyday life, but for payroll too. With fresh tax‑bracket adjustments, contribution‑rate updates, and shifting payroll…
As the year wraps up, many Canadian household employers have one big question on their minds: “Am I doing this payroll thing right?” If you have a nanny or caregiver on payroll, the end of the year can come with…
Managing payroll for a nanny or caregiver isn’t as straightforward as simply paying them every two weeks. If you’re a Canadian household employing domestic help, one area that can cause unexpected stress with the CRA is taxable benefits. Let’s face…
As August rolls in, there’s still plenty of time to soak up the best of our all-too-short Canadian summers. But for many families, this month also marks the beginning of a seasonal shift—gearing up for back-to-school routines, busier work schedules,…
When you hire a nanny or caregiver, you’re not just adding support for your family, you’re stepping into the role of an employer. And one of the first payroll decisions you’ll face is how often to pay your employee. At…
According to Stats Canada, almost 4 in 10 recipients of home care in Canada are seniors. Home care for elders can expand their options into being more independent, and comfortable, as well as getting the proper care they need for their health. In this blog, we outline some questions you may want to ask before getting home care for your senior to truly know if it’s the right fit.