How much does a sitter cost in Ontario?

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Editor's note: this page was updated on February 08, 2023, and has been revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.

When was the last time you had a night off, or a weekend away? As a parent, your number one priority is always your kids, but you deserve a break. Are you in need of a part-time babysitter to take the kids to and from school every day? Or a one-time sitter for date night? Learn about babysitting costs near you. Sitter rates do depend on the number of children and the qualifications of the sitter. To help, we have created a guide to how much you can expect to pay sitters in your area.

So how much does a sitter cost? From our research, on average they charge $15.00 an hour in Ontario.