Employer Solutions
The Case For Family Care Benefits as an Employer Solution
Caregiving benefits directly impact employee retention, productivity, and overall well-being, leading to a more engaged and successful workforce.
Child Care Access
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79% of women with children under age six are in the labour force.
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There are licensed child care spots for only 29% of Canadians who need them.
The Growing Caregiving Burden
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73% of employees are responsible for some form of caregiving—with few resources to turn to.
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6.1 million Canadian workers are managing both employment and caregiving responsibilities (Benefits Canada, May 2025).
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Despite this, most employees receive little to no formal support from their employers.
Employee Retention
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73% of parents would be more likely to stay in a job if it offered a child care benefit.
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Employers that provide caregiving benefits report:
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Up to 30% reduction in absenteeism
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Up to 60% reduction in turnover
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Business Impact and ROI
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A March 2024 study (Moms First & Boston Consulting Group) found that child care benefits deliver an ROI of up to 425%
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90% of employers say these benefits are as effective as paid time off in boosting recruitment and retention.
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Retention-focused caregiving benefits deliver a 2:1 ROI, or 126% ROI on retention alone.
Why Partner With Kids & Company?
Kids & Company is a trusted leader in corporate child care, backed by over 20 years of experience, and a strong history of successful partnerships with other care providers. We partner with employers to support working parents and caregivers through a comprehensive membership program that helps balance work and family demands. This program includes:
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Priority access and discounts on in-centre child care
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Occasional backup care
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Elder and adult care
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Virtual tutoring
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Family concierge support
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Virtual pediatric care
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Customized webinars and workshops
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And more!
By addressing caregiving challenges, these services enhance employee well-being and productivity, foster an inclusive workplace culture, and strengthen retention and loyalty among top talent.
Kids & Company In-Centre Child Care
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Priority access to high-quality in-centre child care at locations all across Canada.
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Tuition discounts available, with options for enhanced discounts.
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Waived registration fees and no late fees for enrolled families.
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Backup child care passes for single day ‘drop-ins’ at centres are included in employer-paid memberships and can be allocated per employee.
In-Home Child Care
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In-home child care to support employees during life’s unexpected moments.
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Whether they’re facing a last-minute work meeting, their usual care provider is unavailable, or they simply need an extra set of hands, this service offers access to pre-screened, experienced child care professionals who can come to their homes — whenever and wherever they are needed.
Virtual Tutoring
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Virtual tutoring services for students from Kindergarten to University level.
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Holistic approach to education (in all subject matters), focusing on each student’s personal academic and social-emotional needs helping students develop a love for learning, a positive mindset and increased self-esteem.
Become a Member
If you’re interested in becoming a member and offering family care benefits to your employees, please fill out the form below or contact us at