08/20/2026
đ Did you know that in 2017, at least one parent worked a non-standard schedule in 39% of families with one or more children aged 5 and under?
đïž Reconciling these non-standard hours with the schedules and routines of family life is a challenge for many families.
đ Irregular and non-standard work schedules can make it challenging for workers to schedule health care appointments, participate in holiday celebrations, and engage in leisure activities with family and friends.
Learn more in Chapter 29 of Families Count đ https://vanierinstitute.ca/families-count-2024/irregular-and-non-standard-work-schedules-create-challenges-for-many-families/