Work / Life Balance

• "How to assess the culture of prospective employers"

  An article by Sue Shellenbarger from The Wall Street Journal Online containing tips for jobseekers and how to assess the culture of prospective employers

• "Pressured parents share their secrets for balance"

  Sue Shellenbarger from The Wall Street Journal Online gives hints for balancing parenting demands with a career, with specific information for parents of children with disabilities.

• British Columbia Council for Families

  A site for employees about work/life balance.

• Equal Opportunity for Women in the Workplace Agency

  A federal government site containing information about the business case for paid maternity leave.

• Flexibility

  This site has a plethora of information about work/life balance, including both the business case and information for employees.

• New Ways to Work

  Provides useful fact sheets and information about work/life balance issues.

• One Small Step

  A non-profit US based association for employers that encourages the development of employee and family friendly initiatives.

• Parents Employment Services Toolbox

  The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations' employment toolboxes provide information and links for employers and job seekers.

• The Families and Work Institute

  Focuses on research-based strategies that foster supportive connections among workplaces, families and communities.

• Work and Family

  Offers news and information about work/life issues and practices.

• Workoptions.com

  A resource for working mothers looking to negotiate flexible work conditions.