Find an In-Home Nanny with Margot
Find an In-Home Nanny in Montréal with Margot
Finding a reliable in-home nanny anywhere in Québec is a real challenge for thousands of parents juggling careers, family life, and personal balance. You’re looking for a regular, caring presence for your children while you work. But between agencies charging high commissions, questionable references, and constant time pressure, you feel stuck between urgency and caution.
This month, we reviewed 247 nannies and Margot partners across Québec (verified identity and criminal background checks). Average nanny response time: 6 hours. Family satisfaction rate: 94%. Average commitment: 18 months of continuous collaboration.
Why choose an in-home nanny instead of daycare?
An in-home nanny offers flexibility and personalization that no daycare center can match. Unlike collective services with rigid schedules, your nanny adapts to your reality: atypical hours, special needs, unique family routines. Your children develop in their familiar environment, with their landmarks and toys. They benefit from constant individual attention that supports their overall development.
87% of Québec parents on Margot who choose a regular nanny value this scheduling flexibility and personalized care. Unlike limited daycare spots and endless waiting lists, you hire when you need—on your terms and budget.
Because at Margot—meaning “pearl” in Greek—we multiply memorable moments by creating unforgettable human connections.
How to find a nanny on Margot?
Every Québec family has unique needs. We’ve designed a simple, transparent, and reassuring process that saves you time and avoids unpleasant surprises:
Create your family account
In just a few minutes, describe your in-home nanny needs: your children’s ages, regular schedule requirements, city in Québec, languages spoken, educational values, expected tasks (meal preparation, homework help, transportation). The more detailed your family profile, the more relevant and targeted our qualified nanny suggestions. Over 380 Québec families have already created their profiles this month to find their ideal nanny.
Post your personalized ad
Your nanny search ad is visible only to our verified nannies, never on Google or social media. You specify whether you’re looking for a full-time or part-time nanny, bilingual (French-English), with early childhood education training, or a nanny ready to participate in a nanny share with another family.
Conduct interviews
Through our secure messaging system compliant with Bill 25, contact nanny profiles that inspire your confidence. Schedule a virtual or in-person meeting to assess personality, concrete experience, educational philosophy, and compatibility with your family. Average nanny response time on Margot: 8 hours. 68% of families receive at least 2 qualified nanny applications within 48 hours of posting.
Hire with peace of mind
Once you’ve chosen your nanny, we strongly encourage you to formalize your agreement in writing to clarify mutual expectations: weekly schedule, specific tasks, compensation, vacation, and notice periods. This clarification prevents misunderstandings and establishes a lasting professional relationship based on mutual respect.
Why choose Margot to find an in-home nanny in Québec?
A complete and rigorous verification process
Every in-home nanny registered on Margot must complete a rigorous verification process before their profile is published:
- Comprehensive criminal background check by certified organization
- Identity validation with official Canadian documents
- Confirmation of legal right to work in Canada (citizenship, permanent residence, or valid permit)
- Verification of essential training based on service type (CPR, first aid, early childhood education)
- Validation of professional references provided by the nanny
Unlike SOSgarde, Babysits, and Sitly, where nanny verifications remain optional, at Margot they are 100% mandatory before profile publication. You have absolute assurance that every nanny’s profile has been manually verified before appearing on our family services platform.
Personalized Matching to Find Your Rare Gem
Your personalized nanny search ad attracts candidates who truly match your specific family needs. Simultaneously, actively browse available nanny profiles in your area based on your priority criteria: regular hours, experience with certain age groups, fluently spoken languages, educational approach (Montessori, gentle parenting, structured), immediate availability.
This dual proactive approach saves you precious time and significantly increases your chances of finding the Rare Gem who will naturally integrate into your family rhythm and share your educational values.
A support community that accompanies you long-term
Margot isn’t just a nanny classified ads site. It’s a complete family support ecosystem where you benefit from free monthly webinars with recognized experts in education, child development, and family management—ongoing training that enriches your parenting.
Our human and responsive customer service is here to listen, answer your specific questions, and guide you in your search. You maintain total control of your nanny recruitment process, while knowing you can count on our personalized support.
A professional and human approach adapted to Québec
Contrary to the one-size-fits-all international platforms, we focus solely on providing top-notch educational and childcare services tailored to the unique realities of families in Québec. This includes compliance with Quebec labour laws, access to provincial tax credits, and alignment with local cultural norms.
Find a nanny adapted to your unique family situation
Because no two families are alike, Margot adapts to your real needs. Here are concrete situations where an in-home nanny becomes your best daily ally:
You work full-time with regular hours
You’re looking for a reliable and committed nanny for a regular presence several days a week during your work hours. The nanny becomes a stable figure for your children: she ensures daily routines (wake-up, meals, naps, educational activities, park outings), respects your educational values, and regularly communicates about your children’s development.
You Need Flexibility With Atypical or Variable Hours
Do you work evenings, nights, some weekends, or have a schedule that changes every week? Unlike daycares with fixed hours, your in-home nanny adapts to your professional reality. You build a personalized schedule that respects your constraints and your nanny’s availability.
You're looking for a nanny share between families to reduce costs
Nanny sharing allows two or three families to share the services of a qualified in-home nanny, significantly reducing your individual costs while offering your children the socialization of a small group. Margot facilitates these connections between compatible families in your area.
Your Child Has Special Needs Requiring Individualized Attention
Does your child have special needs, severe allergies, developmental issues, or a medical condition requiring attentive supervision? A trained and sensitized nanny offers the personalized attention that no daycare can guarantee, while maintaining a stable and secure routine.
Our in-home nanny services in Québec
Regular full-time and part-time nannies in Québec
- Average hourly rate for a nanny: $20 (varies between $17 and $25 depending on experience, training, and tasks)
- Average weekly schedule: 35 hours per week (full-time) or 20 hours per week (part-time)
- 72% of Margot’s nannies work daytime (7am-6pm) Monday to Friday
- 89% of families seek nannies for at least a 6-month commitment
- Average search time before hiring: 2-3 weeks to find the ideal candidate
- Available tax credits: up to 75% of fees reimbursable in Québec
Bilingual nannies (French-English) for multicultural families.
Do you want your children to grow up in a naturally bilingual environment? Bilingual nannies on Margot communicate fluently in French and English, exposing your children to both languages from an early age through daily activities, games, and spontaneous conversations.
Nannies With Early Childhood Education and Special Education Training
Several nannies registered on Margot hold recognized training: Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in early childhood education techniques, Attestation of College Studies (AEC) in early childhood, and special education training. These qualifications guarantee a professional and developmental educational approach.
Our related family support services
Regular home childcare with long-term commitment
A regular nanny is your preferred solution for continuous and stable support over several months or years, creating a deep bond with your children and a thorough understanding of your family routines.
Nanny share between two or three compatible families
Reduce your nanny costs by up to 50% by sharing the services of a qualified nanny with one or two other families in your neighbourhood. Margot helps you identify compatible families who share your educational values.
Temporary replacement in case of your regular nanny's absence
When your regular nanny is on vacation, sick, or temporarily unavailable, quickly find a qualified and verified replacement on Margot to ensure continuity of care without disrupting your children’s routines.
Regions and cities served by Margot
Margot covers all of Québec and its major regions. Find a qualified and trusted in-home nanny near you wherever you are in Québec.
- MONTREAL: Westmount, NDG (Notre-Dame-de-Grace), Côte-des-Neiges, Pointe-Claire, Beaconsfield, Plateau-Mont-Royal (The Plateau), Outremont, Verdun, Nuns’ Island and other neighborhoods in Montreal.
- NORTH SHORE: Laval, Blainville, Boisbriand, Sainte-Thérèse, Mirabel, Saint-Jérôme, Terrebonne, Repentigny and the surrounding area.
- SOUTH SHORE: Brossard, Longueuil, Saint-Hubert, Boucherville, Saint-Lambert, Chambly, Drummondville (Centre-du-Québec) and the surrounding area.
- CAPITALE-NATIONALE (Quebec City Region): Québec, Lévis, Sainte-Foy, Charlesbourg, Beauport, Saint-Nicolas and the surrounding area.
- EASTERN TOWNSHIPS: Sherbrooke, Magog, Granby, Bromont, Cowansville and the surrounding area.
- MAURICIE: Trois-Rivières, Shawinigan, Louiseville, Nicolet and the surrounding area.
- LAURENTIDES: Saint-Jérôme, Blainville, Sainte-Thérèse, Saint-Eustache, Mirabel, Sainte-Agathe and the surrounding area.
- LANAUDIÈRE: Terrebonne, Repentigny, Mascouche, L'Assomption, Joliette and the surrounding area.
- OUTAOUAIS: Gatineau, Aylmer, Hull, Buckingham, Chelsea, Ottawa (Ontario) and the surrounding area.
- BAS-SAINT-LAURENT: Rimouski, Rivière-du-Loup, Mont-Joli, Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac and the surrounding area.
- SAGUENAY–LAC-SAINT-JEAN: Saguenay (Chicoutimi, Jonquière), Alma, Roberval, Dolbeau-Mistassini and the surrounding area.
What do families say about finding their Rare Gem ?
“We were looking for a French-speaking and caring nanny for our 18-month-old daughter. Thanks to Margot, we met Sophie, an educator trained in early childhood, gentle and professional. She has become an extension of our family, and our daughter thrives with her every day!”
Julie and Martin / Laval
“In just three weeks, we were able to find a bilingual nanny available on the South Shore who perfectly matches our educational values. The Margot platform is intuitive and secure, and everything is clear from start to finish. I recommend Margot to all parents who want to combine trust, flexibility, and professionalism.”
Amélie / Brossard
“We experienced a stressful move from Toronto to Montreal with our two children and no network. Margot allowed us to find an experienced and warm nanny in our second week. “She brought some stability, routine, and joy that we had almost given up on during this transition period.”
David and Émilie / Montréal
FAQ – Everything you need to know to find an in-home nanny in Québec
Find here detailed answers to the most frequently asked questions by Québec families when choosing their in-home nanny with Margot.
What's the difference between an in-home nanny and an occasional babysitter?
An in-home nanny offers regular and sustained presence—typically several days a week on a continuous weekly basis. She actively engages in your children’s overall development: complete daily routines (wake-up, meals, naps, educational activities, outings), developmental monitoring, regular communication with parents. The nanny becomes a stable attachment figure and a long-term educational partner.
The occasional babysitter, on the other hand, intervenes sporadically for temporary needs: an evening, a weekend, an emergency, a few hours. She ensures immediate safety and well-being without long-term commitment.
At Margot, you can find both types of profiles according to your specific family needs. The nanny is ideal for families seeking stability and continuous support, while the babysitter suits occasional and flexible needs.
👉 To Compare These Services: See Our Types of Family Support
How does Margot rigorously verify nannies registered on the platform?
Every nanny visible on Margot must complete a rigorous multi-step verification process before their profile is approved and published:
- Government identity validation with official Canadian documents (driver’s license, health insurance card, passport)
- Complete criminal background check by recognized certified external organization
- Confirmation of legal right to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship, permanent residence, or valid work permit)
- Verification of relevant training (DEC in early childhood education techniques, AEC, CPR, first aid)
Detailed questionnaire on experience and skills directly related to childcare and education.
Only after complete validation of these steps does the profile receive the official “Margot Verified” badge visible to all families.
Families can review this verification information, read detailed reviews from other parents, and communicate only through secure messaging on the protection of personal information. This multi-layered approach significantly reduces risks and guarantees an environment of mutual trust between Québec families and qualified nannies.
What are the concrete advantages of using Margot to find a nanny in Québec?
Margot radically simplifies your nanny search while placing security, reliability, and transparency at the forefront of our priorities.
Unlike an unmoderated Facebook group where anyone can post without verification, or an ad on a generic job site, every nanny profile on Margot is manually validated by our team, and the integrated messaging rigorously protects your personal data.
You save precious time: post a clear and detailed ad of your needs, receive targeted applications from nannies who are actually available and qualified, and exchange directly with compatible candidates in your geographic area.
Margot’s zero-commission model (0%) allows you to pay the nanny directly according to the mutually agreed arrangement, with no hidden fees or percentage taken on each payment.
As a bonus, Margot offers you a complete ecosystem:
- Varied and diverse profiles (education students, graduate educators, experienced mothers, retired teachers)
- A unique bidirectional review system (families AND nannies evaluate each other for total transparency)
- Personalized human support without impersonal intermediaries
- Free monthly webinars on parenting and child development
- Exclusive resources on employment contracts, Québec tax credits, and best practices
You thus maintain total freedom, absolute transparency, and the peace of mind you deserve as a parent.
How does the nanny search on Margot work concretely?
The nanny search process on Margot is simple, intuitive, and fast, designed to save you time:
Step 1: Create a family account for free in just a few minutes.
Step 2: Post your detailed ad (regular weekly schedule, your children’s ages, expected nanny tasks, and educational values important to you).
Step 3: Choose your adapted family subscription to activate secure messaging and start exchanges.
Step 4: Receive spontaneous applications from verified nannies available in your geographic area that match your criteria.
Step 5: Actively review complete profiles, read detailed reviews from other families, and contact candidates who inspire your confidence.
Step 6: Discuss via secure messaging, then meet finalist candidates in person or by video conference before making your final choice.
You can review authentic evaluations and verify educational compatibility before any physical meeting. This structured process ensures a human, secure, personalized match perfectly adapted to your unique family reality.
Founded by Chantale Alvaer, teacher, impact entrepreneur, and finalist for Évol’s 25 Impact Entrepreneurs, Margot is built on over 15 years of concrete experience in family and educational services in Québec. Our rigorous processes and authentically human approach have made Margot a trusted reference to family support throughout Québec.
👉 Learn More: Family Subscriptions
How does the bidirectional nanny review system work precisely?
After each in-home nanny collaboration, the family and the nanny evaluate each other fairly and transparently.
This bidirectional system, unique in Québec, promotes total transparency, fairness, and mutual accountability. It allows both parties to progressively build their professional reputation on solid and authentic foundations.
Reviews focus on concrete and measurable criteria:
- Punctuality and reliability in meeting agreed-upon schedules
- Quality of communication between the nanny and parents
- Quality of educational interactions with children
- Rigorous respect for established agreements and routines
- Initiative and proactivity in proposed activities
Only authenticated and connected members can leave or view a review, thus guaranteeing the veracity and authenticity of each published testimonial.
Inappropriate, defamatory, or non-constructive comments can be instantly reported and are manually reviewed by the Margot moderation team.
This fair bidirectional approach allows families to choose their nanny with confidence based on real evidence, while fairly valuing professional and devoted nannies who authentically invest in their educational role with Québec children.
Does Margot charge a commission on nanny services?
No, absolutely not. Margot operates with a transparent 0% commission model on all services.
This means that 100% of the hourly or monthly amount you pay goes directly to your nanny. It must be agreed on by both parties.
Average hourly rates for an in-home nanny in Québec vary between $17 and $25 per hour depending on accumulated experience, held training, specific requested tasks, and geographic region.
Monthly or paid annual subscriptions on Margot simply provide access to secure messaging, priority visibility for your ad, and the complete ecosystem (webinars, resources, support).
This commission-free approach promotes total transparency, organizational freedom, and complete autonomy in your professional relationship with your nanny.
It also helps maintain fair and just hourly rates for Québec families, while actively supporting the well-deserved professional recognition of qualified nannies.
👉 View our subscription plans: Family Subscriptions
How does Margot concretely ensure the safety of Québec families and children?
Absolute safety is Margot’s number one priority, at the heart of all our decisions and processes.
Personal data protection: All communications must go through encrypted secure messaging—no personal phone number, private email address, or home physical address are ever publicly visible until the family has explicitly validated and authorized a meeting with a candidate.
Mandatory multilayered verifications: All nanny profiles are systematically rigorously verified: government identity, complete criminal background, legal right to work in Canada, relevant training. Each profile is continuously monitored by a proactive and responsive moderation team.
Transparent reporting process: In case of doubt, concern, or any incident, families can instantly report inappropriate behaviour, a suspicious ad, or a concerning situation. Our team intervenes quickly and takes appropriate measures.
Strict code of conduct: Margot collaborates exclusively with nannies who respect a strict and explicit professional code of conduct, based on absolute reliability, exemplary punctuality, unconditional kindness, and respect for professional boundaries.
This is precisely what fundamentally distinguishes Margot from traditional generic platforms: a truly secure, deeply human, and completely transparent environment, entirely designed to protect Québec children and fully reassure parents.
How do I pay my nanny legally and fully benefit from Québec tax credits?
In Québec, you can recover up to 75% of your childcare expenses thanks to the refundable provincial tax credit for childcare expenses. Your nanny must provide you with an official tax receipt including her Social Insurance Number (SIN).
Tax procedure for parents: Declare all your annual childcare expenses in your tax return to Revenu Québec using the appropriate form. Keep all receipts and payment records carefully.
Concrete savings example: For a Québec family with a net family income of $80,000 who pays a nanny 20 hours per week at $20/hour, this represents approximately $20,800 in annual expenses. With the 75% provincial tax credit, you could recover approximately $15,600 per year on your tax return.
Employer’s legal obligations: As an employer of an in-home nanny in Québec, you must legally declare your employee, make appropriate source deductions, and contribute to QPP and employment insurance. Consult Revenu Québec for complete details.
Professional tip: Several payroll services specializing in domestic employment can handle all your HR administration, tax declarations, and statements for as little as $30 to $50 per month—which is largely offset by the substantial tax credits you recover.
👉 Useful resource: Revenu Québec Guide – Childcare Expenses
Useful resources for Québec families
Because safety, legality, and trust always come first:
Complete government guide to home employment in Québec — Understand your legal obligations as an employer and your nanny’s rights.
Official directory of family support organizations — Find help and resources in your region.
Useful resource — Revenu Québec Guide – Childcare expenses
A few examples near you:
- PLATEAU-MONT-ROYAL : Carrefour des Petits Soleils, Halte-famille La Pirouette
- HOCHELAGA-MAISONNEUVE : Carrefour Familial Hochelaga, Interaction Famille
- AHUNTSIC-CARTIERVILLE : Pause Famille, Maison de la famille Pierre Bienvenu Noailles
- CÔTE-DES-NEIGES : La Maison de la famille Mosaïk, Le Baobab familial
Join the Margot community today!
Margot is much more than a simple matching platform between families and qualified nannies: it’s a true trusted ally, a support ecosystem, and a warm community. With us, every parent feels supported, heard, and accompanied. Every child benefits from a secure, stimulating, and caring environment that promotes their full development.
Quick and free registration (monthly or annual subscription required afterwards to activate messaging)
100% verified nanny profiles and authentic reviews from real families
Secure messaging protecting your personal data
Exclusive educational resources: free webinars, practical guides, expert advice
0% commission — Your money goes directly to your nanny