The bond between parent and child is unbreakable and unconditional. It’s a loving connection like no other, which is why it can be heartbreaking and stressful trying to help a little one cope with separation anxiety. In an ideal world, moms and dads would have the luxury of spending as much time with their children […]

Now that you have completed the hiring process, it is time to have a sit-down conversation with your family’s new nanny to talk about any important things that were not addressed during the interview. Given that this person will be likely living in your home for quite some time, they will understandably need to be […]

Now that you have made the decision to hire a caretaker and have chosen the candidate who will be living with your family on a full-time basis, it’s time to prepare for their arrival. Exciting. Nerve-wracking. Stressful. For most parents new to the nanny scene, these are usually the first feelings that come to mind. […]

The decision to hire a live-in nanny can be a stressful one for parents. You will need to make sure the person you are considering for the job is not only adequately qualified, but also someone who is safety conscious, loving, and caring towards children. Through Diamond Personnel you’ll no doubt have highly qualified interviewees […]

We found this very interesting article about the evolution of the nanny/housekeeper to the “family assistant.” Read all about it here! What is a Family Assistant? Family Assistants provide support to families by managing household affairs and assisting with various personal, administrative and family-related duties ranging from back up childcare, driving, running errands, planning travel, […]

When it comes to hiring a caregiver (childcare or elderly care) timing is crucial. Planning ahead will save you a wealth of stress and headaches — trust us! The current state of the caregiver program is now a lengthier and complex process that requires the expertise of an experienced agency like only Diamond can provide. Our expertise has […]

URGENT INFORMATION FOR CAREGIVERS Hello Diamond Nannies, The times they are a changing!!! As you know the Canadian Government has ended what was called the “Live in Caregiver Program”.  It has been replaced by the “Canadian Caregiver Program”.  The new program is no longer an immigration program, it is an employment program.  Gone are the days of […]

The holidays are fast approaching, and whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas or anything else, this is a great time of year to show a little appreciation to your caregiver. It can be easy to forget that your nanny is actually an employee in your home, not just a very helpful friend or family member. This […]

Dear Diamond Employers, On Friday, Minister Alexander announced changes to the Live-in Caregiver Program.  The government of Canada remains committed to a caregiver program for children, elderly and special needs individuals. We have summarized the official information we have to date and promise to update you with details as they are posted on the CIC […]

Ever wondered what perks or benefits you can extend to your caregiver? In order to understand our recommendations, it’s important to know what your full-time nanny is entitled to: her salary 52 weeks of the year, 2 weeks’ paid vacation, the appropriate number of breaks as set out by Labor Standards and overtime pay above 40-44 hours […]