How Does Maternity Leave Work in Canada?
Canada has one of the most generous maternity and parental leave programs in the developed world. But most people won’t ask “how does maternity leave work in Canada?” until they…
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How Wealth Inequality Created The Culture of Helicopter Parenting
Parents spend more hours than ever interacting with children. Unfortunately, this is to their detriment. But the origin of helicopter parenting might surprise you: Over-parenting is the product of wealth…
Daycare is an Investment, Not an Expense
When it comes to raising a family, childcare costs are a huge expense that can start to rival your mortgage payments. With daycare costs as high as $2,000 per month…
How to Fund Your Own Maternity Leave
Maternity leaves in the developed world vary in length and pay from nothing to 14 months at no pay to 100% covered. Canada offers one of the most generous government-sponsored…
Group RESPs Are The Worst Way to Save for Your Child’s Education
Group RESPs are a popular but terrible way to save for your child’s post-secondary education. Not all RESPs are created equal, and there are three you need to know about:…
How To Financially Plan For An Unplanned Baby
I had a positive pregnancy test in hand only 4 days after I had moved into a new one-bedroom apartment. I hadn’t even bought living room furniture for my new…
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