I have a good job, and will go on maternity leave in August, I have ALWAYS wanted my own bookstore, the opportunity has come up for me to buy one, does anyone know if there are regulations in Canada on having your own business while on maternity leave? Plus, has anyone else out there done something similar? Is it crazy for me to take this on when pregnant? The decision is driving me mad, I think this may be my only chance to do it due to insane increases in real estate in the BC town where I live. Any info gratefully recieved.
2007-01-17 17:16:55 · 3 answers · asked by amber 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
Why not. You take some time off work for the baby and while you do that have someone look after the store. You will not be bed ridden or anything and should still be able to have an active role in the store. The manager just gives you a break at times of need for the baby and yourself. My answer is go for it and reach for your dream.
2007-01-17 18:11:33 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being 12 weeks pregnant shouldn't matter if it's what you really want to do. If you're the owner, then give yourself maternity leave. But it's a huge, huge investment and risk so think about it carefully.
2007-01-17 17:22:19 · answer #2 · answered by BereaGirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
9 months---not pregnant forever.....
bookstore can be a lifetime of work...........
2007-01-17 17:24:27 · answer #3 · answered by cork 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋