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Baby wrangler or domestic diplomat? When nannies get caught in divorce drama
What happens to a nanny if the parents she works for separate or divorce? What is her role, and what's off-limits? The Globe & Mail spoke to Martha Scully on this topic and posted this article on nannies in divorced relationships. Divorce Drama | The Globe & Mail
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Hiring a nanny has tax perks
The Financial Post (National Post) recently posted an article about the potential tax benefits of hiring a nanny in Canada. The article discusses what the typical deduction limit is for a Canadian family, what costs are deductible, and confirms that the cost of advertising for a nanny (like your CanadianNanny.ca membership!) is included. Hiring a nanny has tax perks | Financial Post
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Parents expecting more from babysitters - and paying more too
There is a growing trend among working families to hire child care that have more experience than the traditional teenaged babysitter from next door. Read the Globe & Mail article, featuring founder Martha Scully about babysitting in Canada.
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Hiring a Nanny for Infants: Part 4 - Checking References
After you've read about determining your child care needs, how to advertise your position, and interviewed your choice applicants, it's time to check the references of the child care providers you're interested in. Check out Martha's Blog on Oh Baby Magazine. |
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Hiring a Nanny for Infants: Part 3 - Holding Interviews
In this five-part series, I've touched on determining your needs and advertising your postion. Once you start receiving applications, it's time to hold interviews with your favourites. Check out Martha's Blog on Oh Baby Magazine.
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Karen's Search for Childcare: WeeWelcome.ca
Karen (@kabannister on twitter) is in need of childcare for when her 3rd little one arrives this summer. She's blogging about her experience using CanadianNanny.ca to find her nanny in Vancouver! Read her tips for the hire; don't miss her past entries about what she's learned from the start of the process and her interview tips.
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Hiring a Nanny for Infants: Part 2 - Advertising Your Position
In my first post, I discussed tips on determining what your child care needs are. After you've made that crucial first step, you have to get the word out, since the perfect nanny won't come floating into your front yard, like Mary Poppins. Check out Martha's Blog on Oh Baby Magazine.
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Summer Sitters (May 2012)
To survive the summer, sometimes you just need a good sitter. It's as simple as that—no apologies necessary. Read the tips from SavvyMom on finding a summer sitter .
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Hiring a Nanny for Infants: Part 1 - Determining your Needs
For a family with a young child, making the decision to hire child care can be difficult. Once that decision has been made, the real work begins. To help you through this process, I'm giving you my tips, learned from years of experience in child care. Check out Martha's Blog on Oh Baby Magazine.
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Finding Child Care for your Infant (May 2012)
It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been home with your infant, leaving your baby for the first time can be a difficult transition. When choosing child care, it is important to determine what works for you and your child. Martha discusses the options available at Oh Baby! Magazine.
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Hiring a Nanny? Things You Need To Know (May 2012)
In May, Martha was a guest blogger over at All Work and No Play Makes Mommy Go Something Something . Find Martha's essential tips for hiring a nanny on Kimberly's blog.
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Nanny Tell-Alls: Ex-Kardashian Employee Joins Club of Nanny Book Authors (March 2)!
Martha Scully spoke with Jacqueline Delange from Huffpost Living about nannies airing dirty laundry in public.
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Debunking Nanny Payroll Myths (March 2012)
It's that time of year for Canadian families again, time to do taxes! Deborah Shure from Sure Consulting Inc. examines 5 common Nanny Payroll myths and reveals the truth. Don't get caught, read the tips now!
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Valentine's Day Craft Ideas for Kids (February 2012)
While Valentine's Day is usually aimed at couples and romance, kids can be a part of the fun too! Check out our ideas for things to do at home with kids for Valentine's Day!
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CKNW The Simi Sara Show | February 2, 2012
On February 2, Martha was interviewed by Simi Sara on Vancouver's CKNW AM980. Martha talks about setting up the business, how it works, and about the Successful You Award. Listen to the interview.
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Nanaimo Nanny Matchmaker up for Provincial Award (February 2012)
Martha Scully, founder of CanadianNanny.ca, was featured in the Nanaimo Bulletin due to her nomination of Best Online Marketer for the Successful You Award by Small Business BC. Read the interview with Martha on their website.
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Top 5 Finalist | Best Online Marketer (January 2012)
On January 30th, the Top 5 finalists were announced in the Small Business BC's Successful You Awards . We have been successful in being selected as a finalist, joining 4 other BC companies in the Best Online Marketer category! Read about our journey in our blog.
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2011
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Top 10 Semi-Finalist | Best Online Marketer (December 2011)
On December 13th, the top 10 semi-finalists were annouced for the six categories of nominees for the Successful You Awards. We are pleased to announce that CanadianNanny.ca received enough votes to be included in the Top 10 for Best Online Marketer. Thank You to everyone that voted!
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The decline of the teenage babysitter (December 2011)
Despite the cost, some parents are turning to career nannies such as Yoshida who come with references and experience, rather than the 15-year-old down the street, even if the need is for just a few hours on a weekend night. Read the full article.
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No more adventures in babysitting: Today’s texting teens aren’t interested in looking after other people’s kids (December 2011)
Martha Scully and CanadianNanny.ca were mentioned in the recent National Post article on babysitting in Toronto. Read the article to find out why "Today's testing teens aren't interested in looking after other people's kids" at news.nationalpost.com.
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The Babysitter's Club (December 2011)
Whether it’s for a date night with your beloved, or a chick flick with the girls, you deserve a break every once in a while. To make sure you get a night off, the editors of SavvyMom.ca found some local babysitting resources that will ensure your angels are well cared for in your absence. Visit www.savvymom.ca to read the article.
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Finding Before and After School Care (September 2011)
Searching for before and after school care? Martha Scully was featured recently on KidsVancouver.com providing parents with advice on finding this type of care. Visit www.kidsvancouver.com to read the article.
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Up Close & Personal with Martha Scully of Canadian Nanny (September 2011)
Martha has been featured on Wet Coast Women with an up close and personal interview. Read the article to learn some new information about Martha and CanadianNanny.ca.
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Featured Mompreneur in Mom Inc.
Martha Scully, founder and owner of CanadianNanny.ca was interviewed and included in the Mom Inc. book (2011). This is the book for mompreneurs, those considering mompreneurship or people just interested in the subject. Pick up your copy today, and visit their website.
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Globe and Mail - Are you looking for a nanny? (August 2011)
On Monday, August 29th, CanadianNanny.ca was mentioned in a Globe and Mail blog, "Globe Investor | Home Cents". Read the article on the Globe and Mail's website.
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CanadianNanny.ca Featured at "5 Minutes for Mom" (August 2011)
Recently, Martha Scully was interviewed by the ladies at "5 Minutes for Mom". Go to their website to read the article.
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2010
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Super Sitter - Ask an Expert: Finding a Babysitter (November 2010)
It's sitter season - out expert is sharing a few tips on making sure you leave your little ones in the best hands possible. Read the article.
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Stepping out: More couples Making Time for Date Nights (September 2010)
Spending some time together can help couples reconnect and keep the romance alive. Article by Lisa Kadane in Calgary about date night for parents, and provides tips for finding a babysitter, featuring Martha Scully of CanadianSitter.ca. Read the article.
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The Nanny Diaries (July 2010)
Looking for childcare this fall? Here's what you need to know about hiring a nanny. Read the article.
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Summer Childcare Questions (June 2010)
One of the most important and stressful decisions a parent can make is choosing the right care for their child. Once you decide what type of care suits your needs and your childs needs, you need to ask the care provider some questions. Read the article.
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Choosing Summer Childcare (June 2010)
One of the most important and stressful decisions a parent can make is choosing the right care for their child. As summer approaches, some parents might be looking for childcare options for their kids. But they need to first decide what type of care is the ideal fit for their child, as well as the family's needs. Read the article.
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How to Interview a Babysitter or Nanny (April 2010)
Hiring a nanny or babysitter can be a time-consuming and stressful time for a parent. The first step is to dedicate enough time to the hiring process so you can make sure that you’re making the best decision for your family. Read the article.
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How To Solve Parent-Nanny Conflicts (February 2010)
A recent article in the New York Times is suggesting that there is a widespread problem between nannies and parents that is causing a "less-than-ideal" dynamic between worker and boss. Martha Scully weighs in on this dynamic in Canada. Read the article.
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CanadianNanny.ca Receives an A+ (February 2010)
CanadianNanny.ca (Canadian Sitter Inc.) has been recognized by the BBB as an accredited business for a number of years. To add to this recognition, the BBB has awarded CanadianNanny.ca with an A+ rating , the highest rating available. Read the Reliability Report.
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2009
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Ringing in the New Year with Your Family (December 2009)
Read Martha's ideas on how to ring in the New Year with your family on BabyontheWay.ca. This special evening provides a great opportunity for families to spend quality time together. We've brainstormed some ways that parents and caregivers can celebrate the New Year with their families! Read the article.
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Woman of the Week, November 9, 2009: Martha Scully (November 2009)
Working moms know it can be hard to find a good babysitter to help out when you can''t be home. Martha Scully felt the same way after she had her first baby so she started Canadian Sitter Inc., an online resource for finding childcare. Read the article . Listen to the podcast.
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Online Business Article with Martha Scully from CanadianSitter (October 2009)
“No matter what advice I receive I always make decisions on my gut,” says Martha Scully, founder and President of Canadian Sitter Inc." Read the article.
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10 Websites Every Caregiver Should Bookmark (October 2009)
Whether you''re searching for health information or employment, the Internet can be a digital godsend if you''re one of the nearly 2 million family caregivers in Canada ( Health Canada , 2005). Read the article.
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How to Find a Nanny (September 2009)
Mary Poppins made it look easy, but in reality, finding the right caregiver for you and your family can be an arduous task. To help out with this important undertaking, we spoke with Martha Scully, president and founder of Canadiannanny.ca and Canadiansitter.ca, and put together a list of indispensable nanny sourcing tips. Read the article.
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Choosing your Childcare (August 2009)
One of the most important and stressful decisions a parent can make is choosing a qualified babysitter or fulltime childcare for their child. To begin your search, you should decide what type of care is the ideal fit for your child, as well as you as a parent. Read the article.
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How to Hire a Nanny (August 2009)
Hiring a nanny for your children can be stressful, especially for the first time. Here�s everything you need to know to make the process easier so you can find the best care for your kids. Read the article.
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The Two-Nanny State (August 2009)
Even in an uncertain economy, the demand for extra help hasn''t stopped. Now more parents are finding they need a second caregiver to manage the family activities. Read the article.
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Interview to go - Separation Anxiety (August 2009)
Does your little babe cry every time you are out of sight, leaving you with tears to sop up - not only your child''s but your own? We asked Martha Scully of CanadianNanny.ca to help us understand separation anxiety and what you as a parent can do to help your children spend time without you. Read the article.
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Toddler Daycare Options (April 2009)
There are creative ways to find a spot in a centre. Susan Spicer with Today's Parent discusses the options available to Canada's parents. Read the article.
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2008
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How to Get the Best Babysitter for Your Child (November 2008)
Canadian Living offers you the best guide to picking and prepping the perfect babysitter. Read the article.
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Today's Parent: This Mom Entrepreneur's Life (October 2008)
Follow along with 2008’s SavvyMom Mom Entrepreneur of the Year, founder of CanadianSitter.ca and mother of two, Martha Scully, as she balances a bustling business with parenthood. Read Martha's archived blog at Today's Parent.
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Top Mom Entrepreneur (October 2008)
The 2008 SavvyMom Mom Entrepreneur of the Year Award has been award to Nanaimo Mom Martha Scully, founder of Canadian Sitter Inc., an online childcare directory for parents and caregivers. Residing in Nanaimo, Scully is the only company in BC to be awarded this honor. Scully found a great need for a service of this type while living in Oakville, Ontario, not being able to find a responsible, mature babysitter. She modeled the concept after match.com and Workopolis. Today, she owns and operates Canadiansitter.ca and three other highly successful websites, www.canadiannanny.ca, www.canadianadultcare.ca and www.childcareadvantage.ca. Read the announcement.
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2008 SavvyMom Entrepreneur of the Year (October 2008)
Often the toils of motherhood go unrecognized...but not here. For the second year, SavvyMom has awarded thousands of dollars in cash, prizes and business-boosting services to help one grand prize winner and four regional winners take their mom-powered businesses to the next level. Read the press release.
Grand Prize Winner: Martha Scully with www.canadiansitter.ca, www.canadiannanny.ca, www.canadianadultcare.ca, and www.childcareadvantage.ca!
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The Babysitter Diaries (June 2008)
How many nights has your babysitter been through hell, and you have no idea? Do you really know if she likes your kids, understands your wishes or gets the pay she expects? We set out to find out what lurks in the minds of Canadian babysitters. We surveyed busy sitters across the country and found out what they love, and hate, about caring for your kids. Read the full article.
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Childcare for Twins and Multiples (June 2008)
Finding childcare for twins or multiples can be difficult, but definitely not impossible. The choice falls between placing your children in a daycare or childcare centre, and hiring a caregiver to provide care in your home. Many parents will choose to hire a nanny over placing their children in daycare to reduce the stress of having your children away from the home all day, and subsequently susceptible to any bugs or infections from other children. Additionally, the cost of having more than one child in daycare full-time is similar to having a nanny in your home who can give your children direct attention in a familiar setting. Read the full article.
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Nanny Expert (May 2008)
I would like to hire a nanny and have some specific requirements such as no language barriers, a good education and someone who would be able to help my son with homework who also knows how to cook and plan meals. Is this possible and how would I go about doing it? Read the expert answer.
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Nanny Know All (and she may already be dishing) (April 2008)
To many, the recent news that Rob Lowe and his wife are suing their former nanny for telling secrets and lies about their family was simply the latest in a never-ending stream of juicy Hollywood scandals. But for those parents who employ a nanny, it raises a serious question: Just what exactly does your nanny know? Often, the answer is more than they'd like to. Read the article.
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Get Your Kids Active for Summer (April 2008)
With summer just around the corner, many families and caregivers are wondering how to stay active during the summer, and make use of the nice weather and the chance to be outside. Avoid spending too much time watching TV, using the computer, or playing video games, get out of the heat, and GET ACTIVE! The following tips have been provided by nannies registered on CanadianNanny.ca. Read the article.
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2007
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On Hiring a Good Nanny (September 2007)
These feelings are normal when leaving your child. It is very difficult to let someone care for your child without you. It is also common to feel some competition with your nanny or caregiver. Whether you use a childcare centre or an in-home caregiver, you may worry "Does my child miss me?" or "Does my child like the nanny more than me?" Just remember that a nanny will never replace you as a parent. Read the article.
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Finding the Right Babysitter (September 2007)
“When I choose a sitter, I choose for my daughters, not myself,” says Scully, a former babysitter herself. Her girls, ages five and eight, love creative activities, so she uses two high-energy sitters: a musician and a balloon twister. Read the article.
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The Good Help Guide: Finding a Babysitter (July 2007)
Nine months of carrying, hours of labour, months of milking, countless wakeful nights, snot wipes, bum wipes, diaper changes, 500 loads of laundry, hormone induced mood swings and the most overwhelming sense of love and purpose. Did we leave out the extra 10–15 pounds of love (handles)? After all of that, we know you wouldn’t leave your most prized possession with just anybody . Read the article.
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A Guide to Childcare (May 2007)
Once you have decided what type of caregiver you need, you need to figure out which option to use to find it, and there are many resources available. You can always try asking your friends if their caregiver can help you out, ask friends and family near-by, or hire the 16-year old from down the street. But how do you know that this individual fits in with your family, is available when you need them? Read the article.
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How to Find a Nanny (February 2007)
Mary Poppins made it look easy, but in reality, finding the right caregiver for you and your family can be an arduous task. To help out with this important undertaking, we spoke with Martha Scully, president and founder of Canadiannanny.ca and Canadiansitter.ca, and put together a list of indispensable nanny sourcing tips. Martha Scully, W Network Expert. Read the article.
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2006
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Inspired at Work (December 2006)
Martha Scully is featured as an inspiring small business owner is this article on Self-employment, Maternity Leave, and the Battle for Balance . Read the article.
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2003
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Babysitting Website Links Parents to Babysitters (December 2003)
Who ya gonna call when the babysitter next door – the one you trust and your kids adore is no longer next-door? “When my wife and I were teens, we’d just post a note on the bulletin board that we wanted to baby-sit, but people don’t do that anymore,” says Mark Taylor, who found himself suddenly sitter less when he moved his family of five soon to be six-from one Calgary suburb to another. Read the article.
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E-Commerce Success Story (December 2003)
CanadianSitter.ca represents what websites do best - connect people with common interests. This month's small business profile features a young female entrepreneur who hit on the idea of an online registry connecting parents with qualified post-secondary students Now she has over 2000 sitters registered in 115 communities across Canada. Read the article.
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Web Useful Place to Solve Your Babysitting, Nanny Woes (December 2003)
There’s a crisis that happens at this time of year in hundreds of homes across the country – a panic to find a babysitter so mom and dad can attend holiday parties or have a night on the town on New Year’s Eve. “Trying to find a sitter is tough. We just didn’t go out,” said Tony Ollivier, a Vancouver father of two children under six. But Ollivier won’t have trouble this year. He has an arsenal of about 40 sitters within a half-hour drive of his home to choose from. Read the article.
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Book a Trustworthy Babysitter for the Holidays (December 2003)
Ah the joys of having a reliable babysitter! Calgary mother Marianne Boucher knows the feeling. She''s beat the familiar scramble that arises with last–minute invitations, travel plans or the loss of services of a regular sitter. She''s even got those tricky holidays covered, when the need to line up sitters becomes even more pressing and competition for sitters intensifies. Her secret? Online sites like CanadianSitter.ca. Read the article.
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Online Babysitter Service (September 2003)
There is little, with the possible exception of a tax audit that provokes as much anxiety in parent as finding good child care. But now, a national online service aims to make that easier. Launched in May 2002 by a mother in Oakville, ON. www.canadiansitter.ca can help parents find a full-time, fully screed nanny or casual babysitter for the occasional night out. It can line up a sitter close to home or find one at a holiday destination. Read the article.
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Oakville Woman Created Babysitting Website (July 2003)
For most parents, finding a reliable babysitter to care for their children while they go out can be a real challenge. Martha Scully, an Oakville mother, didn''t feel comfortable leaving her daughter with a teenager who might not be able to handle emergencies. As a student Scully had earned her way through college babysitting, and had been much in demand because she was studying early childhood education. Read the article.
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Surfing for Babysitters (May 2003)
Like most parents left high and dry when the babysitter quits, Toronto lawyer Rachel Ingram didn''t know where to turn when her "difficult" relationship with her twin daughters'' sitter reached its bitter end. For parents of young children, the quest for a reliable babysitter can take on the intensity of the single''s search for a Saturday-night hook-up and Ms. Ingram expected that finding a new sitter would be a daunting task. Read the article.
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Online Help to Find a Babysitter (February 2003)
Finding a good, qualified babysitter can be a tough job for many parents Canadian Sitter Inc. aims to make it easier with its database of qualified, educated, student babysitters. This new service, a first in Canada, provides an online connection for parents to find baby sitters in their area. Many of the sitters interested in babysitting are studying child related fields such as Early Childhood Education and Social Work. The service provides university and college students the opportunity to work with families, gain experience and earn extra money while continuing their education. Read the article.
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