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Nanny-share cost guide

Structure a shared child-care arrangement with clear pay, payroll and responsibilities.

Illustrative dataUpdated September 1, 2026
Short answer

A nanny share is not simply two families splitting an invoice. Identify each employer, allocate hours and wages, document homes and duties, and confirm each family's payroll responsibilities.

Put the shared terms in writing

Cover schedules, host homes, child illness, holidays, cancellations, supplies, transportation, privacy and how one family exits.

Calculate transparently

Start with the worker's agreed gross rate, then allocate costs consistently and account for overtime based on applicable rules.

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What to know

Are these shared employment figures verified?

No. Launch salary values are clearly marked illustrative until independent source verification is complete.

Can this replace professional advice?

No. It is general information; employment, tax and legal requirements depend on the province and facts.