As of tomorrow, Oct. 1 2024, the minimum wage will rise from $16.55 to $17.20 per hour.
This 3.9% increase is based on the Ontario Consumer Price Index (CPI) and will bring Ontario’s minimum wage to the second-highest among Canadian provinces.
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New pilot programs to provide permanent residency to foreign caregivers upon their arrival in Canada
The Canadian government has announced new pilot programs to provide permanent residency to foreign caregivers upon their arrival in Canada. These programs are expected to start by the end of fall 2024 or early 2025. They aim to support caregivers who take care of children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. To be eligible, caregivers must have a level 4 proficiency in English or French, a high school diploma (or equivalent), recent relevant work experience, and a full-time job offer in home care [oai_citation:1,Canada Announces New Caregiver Pilots With Direct PR On-Arrival](https://immigratio
These new programs will replace the current Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilots, which are set to end soon. The goal is to address the growing demand for caregivers in Canada as the population ages. By 2026, Canada aims to welcome over 15,000 new permanent residents through these caregiver programs [oai_citation:4,Caregivers to be given permanent resident status on arrival under new pilot programs | CIC News]
Is my Nanny / Caregiver off on the August long weekend in Toronto?
The first Monday in August is called Simcoe Day in Toronto. This is a civic holiday. Provincially regulated employers are not required by law to give this day off. Employers may choose to give their nanny or caregiver off however it is not required. Most retail stores are open on the civic holiday across the province.
Meghan and Harry are already on their 3rd Nanny!!
Do you find it hard to find the RIGHT NANNY for your family? You are in good company! Meghan and Harry are already on their 3rd Nanny!!
Why is sponsoring Nannies from overseas becoming less and less popular?
Why is sponsoring Nannies from overseas becoming less and less popular? Should I sponsor a Nanny from overseas or hire someone already in Canada?
There area several reasons why families are not sponsoring nannies as much as they used to.
Firstly, On Jan 1 2018, minimum wage was raised to $14 an hour. Ever since the minimum wage increase, it seems like less and less people are sponsoring nannies and caregivers from overseas. Sponsoring a nanny from overseas comes with many financial obligations as well as a lot of paperwork. With the minimum wage increase, many families are finding that the financial benefits along with the hassle are no longer worth it.
Secondly, in order to sponsor a nanny from overseas families must be ready to spend $1000 on the LMIA processing fee. This fee is not refundable. One of the reasons for this fee is that the government is trying to encourage families to hire Canadians.
Thirdly, families must also pay for all transportation costs as well as health insurance until the worker is covered by the appropriate provincial/territorial health insurance plan. Employers must also buy workplace safety insurance.
Lastly, many families enjoyed having their nanny live in with them as well. Nannies are no longer obligated to live with the family that sponsors them! Nannies may choose to live out if they desire.
Are you looking to hire a nanny or caregiver already in Toronto? Whether you are looking for full time or part time help, TheNannyPages.ca is here for all your hiring needs and has helped thousands of families find the help they were looking for. No need to deal with all the new sponsorship laws. The hiring process is quick, easy and affordable.
Some families still choose to sponsor a nanny from overseas even though it is an inconvenience, because they want someone who is reliable and will stay with them for a long period of time. Even though they are able to leave at any time, it is a hassle to find a new employer and do the paperwork again.
92 Year old Dick Van Dyke acts in the new Mary Poppins Returns looking just like he did in the original! Seniors Keeping Young!
Dick Van Dyke (who is 92 years old) dances on a desk in the new Mary Poppins Returns, looking exactly like Mr Dawes in the original Mary Poppins. Not everyone needs a Caregiver at 92.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Announce She’s Pregnant
Who will be the Lucky Nanny?
Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Sussex is expecting a baby in the Spring of 2019.
Do I have to provide a T4 for my nanny or caregiver?
If you employ a caregiver, such as a nanny, you must provide a T4 by February 28th. As an employer, you are required to file this with the Canada Revenue Agency and provide your employee a copy by the last day of February.
What is the Impact of the New Minimum Wage in Ontario?
Ottawa is cutting the LMIA fee for many!
Ottawa is cutting the LMIA fee for many!
The new regulations apply to those who earn less than $150,000 a year and want to hire someone from abroad to look after their children. Those seeking to hire a caregiver for people with a physical or mental illness will also be exempt from the fee