The limitations of Quebec’s family policy
Publication Date:
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Online Document Type:
Research, policy & practice
Source:
Policy Options
Paid maternity leave was first introduced in Canada in 1971. Since that time, improving it has been discussed on a regular basis. The duration of family leave benefits increased considerably when parental leave was added in 1990 and increased in 2000 but outside Quebec, improvements in other areas have not been made.