Hiring a nanny is more than just having someone come into your home to care for your children. When you hire a nanny, you become their employer and that is a huge responsibility with a steep learning curve. Employees are dependent on their employers to be able to pay their bills and put food on… Read more »
Red Flags During Your Nanny Interview
We know interviewing for a new position can be stressful. Many nannies forget that the interview is not just one way. It is not only about the family interviewing you, it is also about you learning more about the family to ensure the position is a good fit. This is the key to a successful, long term… Read more »
On Call Babysitting Service Temporarily Suspended
Dear Nannies on Call Family, It is with great sadness and regret that we have decided to temporarily suspend services of the On Call Babysitting department. We have tried to balance the needs of working families with the growing concern of the spread of COVID-19 in Canada. As we have stated many times, our number… Read more »
The emotion of running a small business during COIVD-19
We are all living in a world of uncertainty at the moment. COVID-19 has impacted everyone’s lives and we are having to adapt to the ‘new normal’. Whether people are suffering from health issues (physical or mental), facing financial woes, or coping with businesses failing, everyone has struggled with the many impacts of the pandemic… Read more »
Education Support Nanny
As many parents try to decide if it is safe to send their children back to in-person school, some parents have chosen to register their children for online learning. This may come as a relief to some, but it still does not address the stress that many parents felt at the end of last year,… Read more »
Local Summer Fun – Ottawa
Everybody’s summers are looking a little different this year! With borders being closed, travel restrictions, and social distancing measures still in effect, families are having to reevaluate their summer vacation plans. Fortunately, we’ve been doing some research as well and have put together a list of a few fun, family-friendly activities and events going on… Read more »
Private Educator
Happy Summer! It’s been some interesting times to say the least since COVID-19 hit and we wanted to share what’s been happening behind the scenes with you. Thank you! Firstly, we want to thank both our families and nannies for their loyalty and for trusting us throughout the pandemic. Health and Safety First Not all… Read more »
Local Summer Fun – Toronto
Everybody’s summers are looking a little different this year! With borders being closed, travel restrictions, and social distancing measures still in effect, families are having to reevaluate their summer vacation plans. Fortunately, we’ve been doing some research as well and have put together a list of a few fun, family-friendly activities and events going on… Read more »
Back to School
We finally have some answers regarding what the 2020/2021 school year will look like. In the last couple of weeks, we have learned that BC, Alberta, and Ontario will all reopen full-time in September for elementary and high school students. We are still awaiting further details, depending on each province and individual school districts, and… Read more »