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You must register children for school the year they turn five years old. If your child’s birthday is after September 1st you may choose to have them begin the following year. In...

Children under 12 years old are not permitted to stay home alone. So if you are working during the day and your child is too young for school, you may need to...

Since many parents do not get home from work until well after their kids finish school for the day, many schools offer after school programs. An after school program keeps kids busy...

Kids need to play! Outdoor play is a fun and easy way for kids to grow and develop in so many different ways. They learn balance, agility, and coordination; to express and...

In the Saint John Region and across the province, the school year runs from September to June. Children do not have school in July or August. Since kids under 12 years old...

As any parent knows, caring for children can get expensive. Besides the basics—food and clothing—the additional costs of child care, camps, and sports registrations can really add up. To help parents with...

There are many financial supports in place for Canadians as they age, including Old Age Security Pension and the Low Income Senior’s Benefit. You can find more information about these programs on...

It’s important for all Canadians to consider how they’ll save money for retirement. One of the ways to support yourself in retirement is with a pension plan. Some pension plans apply to...

Having a job or career is more complicated than simply working and receiving a pay cheque. There’s a lot you should know about how employment works in the Saint John Region, so...

Finding a job is one of the most important things you will have to do once you settle into the Saint John Region. Though finding the right job for you can sometimes...