Welcoming a child

Becoming a parent is life-changing; we want to simplify your journey.

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I’m having a child, what’s next?

Answer 3 simple questions to receive a personalized list of things to consider when welcoming a child.

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Financial support and leave options

Programs and benefits to support you on your parenting journey

Register your child’s birth

How to register your child’s birth through your province and get other important documents

Parent stories and experiences

Learn how others have planned their leaves

Childcare and saving for your child's education

List of childcare options and education savings plans for your child

Health and wellness

Healthcare providers, postpartum care, child and infant health

Employment Insurance Benefits Estimator

You can use the Employment Insurance Benefits Estimator to determine which type of EI benefit might be right for you, and to get an estimate of the potential weekly benefit rate and maximum number of weeks.

Featured story

Claire has a difficult pregnancy and her baby comes early

Claire is a single woman expecting her first child. She uses 4 types of Employment Insurance (EI) benefits during and after her pregnancy:

4 weeks of sickness benefits
2 weeks of family caregiver benefits for children
15 weeks of maternity benefits
35 weeks of standard parental benefits

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Date modified:: 2025-02-21

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