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Written by Valerie   
Thursday, 15 March 2007
(P) = Provincial
(F) = Federal

Guide to Government Programs and Services for Families and Children
(P)
This guide gives readers a general idea of the main Québec and federal governments programs that have an impact on families and children.

Becoming a Parent (P)
This is a great guide that you can download from the Quebec Government's website. It includes all the programs and services offered to new parents as well as a guide to the formalities you will deal with after birth.

Québec Parental Insurance Plan
(P)
Everything you need to know about the plan; who is eligible, how the benefits are calculated as well as an online calculator to get an idea what your payments will look like. This site is a must for all those going on maternity, paternity or parental leave.

CSST (For a safe maternity experience program)
(P)
A prevention programs whose primary goal is to keep pregnant or breastfeeding workers employed in a job with safe working conditions. (This section is only available in French at the moment)

Commission des Normes du Travail (Labor Standards) (P)
The Act respecting labor standards that grants employees a certain number of leaves that are paid or not paid by the employer.

Healthy Pregnancy (F)
Information and health resources for pregnant women. You can download “The Sensible Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy” a guide that includes a 10-month pregnancy calendar.

Healthy Babies (F)
From Health Canada, this site includes guides for baby-proofing, sun safety and so much more!

Adoption (P)
Information concerning adoption.

Adoption Council of Canada

Links to everything you need concerning adoption in Canada.

Transport Canada
(F)
Includes information about child car seat recalls and guides on how to properly install car seats.

Canadian Health Network-Children (F)
The latest health information and guidelines.

Child and Family Benefits
(F)
Information about the Canada Child Tax Benefit, the Universal Child Care Benefit and the GST/HST credit.

Revenue Quebec (P)
Information about tax benefits available to families.

Financial Services for Families
(P)
Links to financial assistance programs in Québec and Canada.

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