Do parental benefits influence fertility decisions?

Articles and reports: 11-008-X200900210919
Description:

This article examines whether access to maternity and paternity benefits influences a couple's decision to have a child. We identify characteristics of people who are most likely to say that benefits would transform intentions into behaviour.

Issue Number: 2009002
Author(s): Crompton, Susan; Keown, Leslie-Anne
Main Product: Canadian Social Trends
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