Helper wants to work in Canada

[premama]

Thanks for your comments.

Cara - do you remember what the agency was called? I've found a couple on the Internet but not sure if they are reliable/trustworthy...

 

[carang]

no, i don't, but my helper is a "friend" on facebook and we still talk to her... i'll ask her and let you know.

 

[oi0io]

If helpers want to relocate to Canada, do they have to go through an agency? Can it be done without going through one? The reason I'm asking is I'm actually in Toronto and I'm going back to work very soon. If the price tag of getting a helper is comparable to putting my son in daycare, it might be something I may consider.

 

[carang]

i believe that the monthly cost of hiring a helper is comparable to daycare, BUT as the employer, there are a lot of hoops you have to jump through first. it takes about 3-6 months from start to finish, so if you are going to work again soon, you better get a move on it. and, yes, i believe you have to go through an agency.

 

[premama]

Thanks cara. It would be great if you could find out. Thanks for your help.