Support during pregnancy and at birth
Pregnant women can count on several forms of support during their pregnancy.
Financial support and tax credits for pregnant women and families
Pregnant women and their families have recourse to various sources of financial assistance, whether for further education, childcare costs, adoption, etc.
Steps to be taken by new parents
New parents have a number of official formalities to complete when welcoming a new child. They also have access to services to mark the child's arrival.
Parental leave and preventive withdrawal
Standards exist to protect pregnant and breast-feeding women, and to regulate family leave.
Parents' rights and obligations
Parents' rights and obligations towards their children from birth to adulthood.
Adoption
Placing a child up for adoption or adopting a child. Researching information on the family of origin.
Filiation
Filiation is the term used to describe the family relationship between a child and the child's parents.
Assisted reproduction
Assisted reproduction provides solution for people unable to conceive a child.
Foster family
You can take a child in difficulty into your home and contribute to their well-being and development.
Last update: July 13, 2023
