Recognized Caregiver Service

Testimonials

Dear Karla,

"I cannot thank you enough for helping us find our perfect nanny. Susan came to us when Andrew was only 11 months old and stayed for 2 years. Susan blended into our family like an old friend and cared for Andrew in a way I only dreamed possible. She listened to my wishes on discipline, sleep, play and safety and created an environment for Andrew to thrive. Not only was she perfect with Andrew but me as well. As you know, I have referred many friends and families to 5 Star, Thank You and Keep up the great Service ! "

Mrs. Sonia Miller,

Oakville Ontario

Hello Luana,

"We would like to extend our most heartfelt gratitude to 5Star Caregivers & Nannies
for providing us with our absolutely wonderful caregiver to look after our Grandfather!
We greatly appreciate your professionalism, excellent service, and expertise,
as you met our family's needs and matched us with the perfect candidate.
Your expertise, along with the quality of candidates you represent has allowed
us peace of mind "

Mr. Martin Fournier,

Toronto, Ontario

Dear Luana,

" I would like to thank you very much for your generosity of spirit. Rosina has been a great nanny and seems to be adapting very well. You ladies are true professionals! She has changed our lives for the better and ultimately, so have you. Thank you so much "

Mrs. Joan Hillsdale,

Richmond Hill, Ontario

CAREGIVER SERVICES

Employment Opportunities

5 Star Caregivers & Nannies accepts applicants from Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, and Canada. You must be working in one of these Countries. Unfortunately the processing time for Philippine residents is too long and therefore we do not accept applications from there. Please carefully read all of the information on this page and click on the request further information button below.

5 Star Caregivers & Nannies has positions available for individuals who have extensive experience in childcare and eldercare. We are highly selective with our applicants. We are accepting only those candidates who are exceptional, have experience and verifiable work references.
You must have six months of full-time training in a classroom setting or twelve months or full-time paid employment, including at least six months of continuous employment with one employer, in a field or occupation related to the job you are seeking as a live-in caregiver.
Be willing to train/re-train for Adult, Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification (level C)
Be willing to submit to a Criminal Records Check.

Live-In-Caregiver Program

The Live-in Caregiver Program was established by the Canadian government to assist it's citizens in receiving help with taking care of their families, loved ones, children, the elderly or disabled relatives. A foreign caregiver can be brought into Canada to meet the excessive demand needed when their is a shortage of Canadian professional Caregivers.

Applying To Work As A Caregiver In Canada

If you are considering applying to work as a live-in Caregiver in Canada there are some requirements set forth by Human Resources Social Development of Canada, A Branch of the Canadian Government that you must have to qualify. Below we have listed 6 main requirements you must have. 5 Star Caregivers and Nannies can assist you with many of these steps to make this process as simple as possible.

1) You must have successfully completed the equivalent of a Canadian high school education which is at least 72 college / university credits

2) You must be able to speak, read and understand either English or French at a level that allows you to function independently in a home setting.

3) A foreign live-in caregiver who wants to work in Canada must have received a job offer from a Canadian employer and apply to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) for a work permit.

4) Meet the requirements set by Citizenship and Immigration Canada for language, education and work skills necessary to function in the Canadian labour market. Specifically you must have six months of full-time training in a classroom setting or twelve months or full-time paid employment, including at least six months of continuous employment with one employer, in a field or occupation related to the job you are seeking as a live-in caregiver.

5) You must be in good health ( you may be asked for a medical examination).

6) You must show that your not a risk to the security of Canada and pass a criminal check proving you have no criminal record.

To better understand how to take part in this program and how the Live-in Caregiver Program works. Visit the Canadian Government website of the HRSDC (Human Resources and Social Development Canada) please click on this link.