DUE TO LENGTHY PROCESSING TIMES, WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM THOSE RESIDING IN THE PHILIPPINES.

My Home Caregivers takes pride in providing trained, experienced, friendly and honest caregivers to its clients.  We understand that the immigration opportunities provided by the Canadian Live-in Caregiver program is very attractive to foreign workers.  Consequently, we are able to choose from the best and most qualified caregivers available.  We are always looking for new candidates who want to work in Canada, and we encourage you to take the time to send us your background information.

In order to be considered for a position as one of our recommended candidates, you must have the following minimum qualifications:

• At least one year of in-home experience working with a family.
• The equivalent of a Canadian grade 12 education.
• Good English skills.
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Please note that all information provided by you will be verified before a position is offered to you.  We provide a valuable service to jobseekers and we do not tolerate dishonesty of any kind.  If you provide false information about yourself or your history, it will be discovered and you will never be considered for placement by us again.  If you believe that you may qualify as an applicant, please complete the forms honestly and as fully as possible.

Why work in Canada?

Canada is considered one of the most desirable countries to work in.  The high wages, standard of living and working conditions are among the best in the world.  In addition, the Canadian live-in Caregiver program allows qualified caregivers to work in Canada for up to three years.  After completing two years of employment, the caregiver is eligible to apply for permanent residency in Canada.  If approved, this allows the caregiver to live and work in Canada permanently and to sponsor family members into Canada as well. More information can be found on the government of Canada’s website at http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/foreign_workers/lcpdir/lcpone.shtml .

Typical live-in caregivers work 44 hours per week, with either 1.5 or 2 days off – depending upon the arrangement made with the employer.  If you work more hours than this, you will be compensated at 1.5 times your hourly wage.  Wages for caregiver are determined by provincial governments.  The current hourly wages in Western Canada range from $8.00 - $10.00 per hour before deductions. Caregivers are entitled to at least two weeks paid vacation each year, as well as free medical coverage. All Live-in Caregivers (caregivers for children, seniors or disabled persons live in their employers homes, and are given a private furnished room. Meals are provided in the home.  A cost for room and board is deducted from your gross wages.

My Home Caregivers does not charge any recruitment or other fees to caregivers registering with us. If you like the sound of working in Canada, and believe that you are a qualified senior caregiver or nanny, please take the time to fill in the online application.  If we believe that we can find a family or senior for you to care for, your information will be verified and your profile will be listed on this website.