Are you an international Au Pair spending your summer in Canada? Away from your family and friends? A bit worried? Here are a few tips from us: Homesickness is the “distress or functional impairment caused by an actual or anticipated separation from home and...
Once the honeymoon phase of your Au Pair year has passed, you’ve seen the sights, taken pictures, and the glamour is wearing off, it’s very easy to get bored with your new area – especially if your host family lives in a smaller city or town. And we all know that...
Looking for a reliable childcare solution that won’t break the bank? Consider hosting an Au Pair! Au Pairs are young women and men that come to Canada on a Working Holiday Visa to experience the different culture, the beautiful country, and life in a Canadian family....
Edmonton is the capital city of the province Alberta which is located on the North Saskatchewan River, in central Prairies. It hosts a year-round slate of festivals, reflected in the nickname "Canada's Festival City". Things Known For: West Edmonton Mall, biggest mall...
Volunteering is an important part of Canadian life and gives you the opportunity to share your culture, customs and language with Canadians. Au Pairs not only provide childcare but are also active in their local communities. Best part about volunteering? Meeting lots...
Congratulations to our Au Pair of the Year 2018 Winners! 1st Place: Katrin Hunger 2nd Place: Nico Saueressrig 3rd Place: Paula Eimertenbrink Wondering what it takes to claim this title? Read their nomination letters below and you'll see how they've gone above and...
Edmonton is the capital city of the province Alberta which is located on the North Saskatchewan River, in central Prairies. It hosts a year-round slate of festivals, reflected in the nickname "Canada's Festival City". Things Known For: West Edmonton Mall, biggest mall...
Check out our top 7 tips for realistic expectations when you hire a Live-In Caregiver. Acknowledge that your nanny has arrived in Canada for the first time. You will need to teach her everything she is required to do, from how...
Once the honeymoon phase of your Au Pair year has passed, you’ve seen the sights, taken pictures, and the glamour is wearing off, it’s very easy to get bored with your new area – especially if your host family lives in a smaller city or town. And we all know that...
Looking for a reliable childcare solution that won’t break the bank? Consider hosting an Au Pair! Au Pairs are young women and men that come to Canada on a Working Holiday Visa to experience the different culture, the beautiful country, and life in a Canadian family....
