In Canada, several types of leave after the birth or adoption of a child are available to parents. The number of parents taking up maternity, paternity or parental leave might change in the months and years to come, as the COVID-19 pandemic may lead to changes in family formation plans. Although couples are spending more time together as they physically distance from others, they also face increased uncertainty about their future income and earning opportunities in a context of an economic downturn and increased unemployment.