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The cost of not caring

One in four Canadians of employment age combine paid work with caregiving for a loved one, but the majority of employers do not offer accommodations for carers.

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BY ALLISON WILLIAMS
November 23, 2023

Opinion | BY ALLISON WILLIAMS | November 23, 2023

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The cost of not caring

One in four Canadians of employment age combine paid work with caregiving for a loved one, but the majority of employers do not offer accommodations for carers.

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