Nanny Canada

In today’s world, where the economy demands two incomes family, many parents (especially moms) must reenter the workforce shortly after the baby is born. However, someone has to look after the baby and many are not lucky enough to live close to grandma and grandpa ….

Well, there are other options of course …. Nanny is one, daycare center is another. Let’s compare these possibilities.

• A Nanny can provide excellent one on one care to infants and children in your very own home in a familiar and safe environment, while in a childcare center you often will find that five children are under the care of one caregiver. Special and personal attention to each child in this case is not possible most of the time while with a nanny; you know your child is number one priority at all times.
• In a day care center outside activities may not occur as frequently as you like. A Nanny however can personalize these activities according to your wishes.
• Coughs, colds and other diseases can spread swiftly in childcare centers. While some parents don’t mind exercising their children immune systems other families can’t afford time off work to care for their offspring’s.
• A main concern to every parent is child nutrition. In a childcare center pasta and sandwiches might be the order of the day. In fact you can never be really sure of what your child is eating. A nanny however will feed your children the food that you stock in your pantry.
• If you’re working odd hours or not regular shifts, it may be stressful trying to rush back to the childcare centers before closing time. Most centers have hefty fees for every five minutes late that you are. A nanny is bound to be more flexible and open to accommodate your schedule.
• If you have more than one child, having a Nanny can be most cost effective. Childcare centers charge rates that are not competitive with the cost incurred in having a nanny. Also, keep in mind that some house chores can also be performed when children are having a nap so you come home and have more quality time with your children rather than putting a load of laundry or cooking the evening meal.

All in all, as a general rule of thumb, a nanny in your home is by far exceeding the quality care offered by care centers. Adding the other advantages indicated above, it is quite evident why many families prefer using this type of childcare over the alternative.

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Happy Canada Day!
July 1st we are celebrating 143rd birthday of Canada.

According to Wikipedia “Canada Day (French: Fête du Canada), formerly Dominion Day (French: Le Jour de la Confédération), is Canada’s national day, a federal statutory holiday celebrating the anniversary of the July 1, 1867, enactment of the British North America Act (today called the Constitution Act, 1867), which united two British colonies and a province of the British Empire into a single country called Canada. Canada Day observances take place throughout Canada as well as internationally.”

Take advantage and participate to Canada Day parties, discover and appreciate the wealth and diversity of Canadian society, and show your love of Canada and your pride in being Canadian!

“From Abbotsford to Vancouver, there will be celebrations all over the place.

2010 Langley Canada Day Celebrations: This two day event starts Wednesday at 3 p.m. and the fun continues Thursday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. There’s live music for adults and kids, a car show, food and crafts.

Canada Day at Fort Langley: You’re invited to celebrate Canada Day where B.C. began. Fort Langley is hosting a party at the village with a BBQ at the community center, live music, “The West Coast Lumberjack Show” and a kids’ fun zone.

Canada Day at the Maritime Museum: Learn about our country’s sea-faring history at the Maritime Museum in Vanier Park between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. There will be a lot of kid-friendly activities including a puppet show, crafts and balloon artistry.

North Vancouver Canada Day at Waterfront Park: This celebration starts with a parade from 13th Street and Grand Boulevard to Mahon Park, followed by dancing, music and fun stuff for the kids at Waterfront Park.

Canada Day by the Bay: White Rock’s Canada Day celebration at White Rock Beach starts with the Rock 10K on East Beach at 8 a.m. That’s followed by live music and lot of fun stuff for the kids.

2010 Surrey Canada Day: It’s still Western Canada’s largest Canada Day celebration. Surrey’s party at the Cloverdale Millennium Amphitheatre runs from 10 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. It’s headlined by Honeymoon Suite this year, but the crowd will also be treated to performances from Stereos, ODDS, Ridley Bent, Jessie Farrell and more.

Canada Day at Granville Island: Celebrate Canada’s multicultural nature on the Island between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. with entertainment, food and artwork.

23rd Annual Canada Day at Canada Place: Vancouver’s massive celebration starts at 10 a.m. around Canada Place, Canada Place Way, the Jack Poole Plaza and neighbouring Harbour Green Park. There’s a parade through downtown at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 10:30 p.m.
West Vancouver Canada Day Celebrations: The party at John Lawson Park starts at noon with community performers. Stick around for a fireworks finale at 10:30 p.m.

Abbotsford’s Canada Day 2010: The celebration at the Abbotsford Exhibition Park. It starts at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast. There’s a parade, more food and live entertainment capped off with fireworks at 10:30 p.m.

Golden Spike Days: Port Moody’s summer festival starts Canada Day. It’s the 34th year Golden Spike Days has been held at Rocky Point Park.”

(from News 1130  (http://www.news1130.com/) by Jill Drews/Amanda Wawryk )

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