The hierarchy of the family in Canada is reforming of yesteryear. Fathers are becoming equal, if not more time off for paternity leave compared to mothers as the father "progressive" becomes the new standard in Canada. These men are much softer describe fatherhood as "the new masculinity."
The reform of the traditional family is amazing. In 1976, only one percent of all fathers stayed home with the children while mothers focused on careers. However, from 2011, at least 12 percent of fathers in two-parent families had parents who stay at home. The growth is also reflected in the number of men taking paternity leave. In 2011, 13 percent of fathers have taken leave from work to raise children, an increase of 9 percent from 2004. Perhaps most surprising is the number of single men raising their children alone increased 21 percent - a significant difference between the 1970
in 2000, the laws of parental leave in Canada have been modified to reflect the growing acceptance of men as primary caregiver. Mothers were previously allowed up to 15 weeks off, but the new law adds another 35 weeks in which parents can legally divide but they can choose. This amendment provides parents the opportunity to raise their children together, while giving equal time to focus independently on their careers.
Within the hierarchy of the modern family, fathers progressive form their own community through blogs and even special summits, which are intended to change the stereotype of the traditional paternal personality. Chris Read is a progressive father who is proud to participate in play dates with her children, and to be the primary caregiver at home. He says friends often give him a hard time and even random strangers give him quizzical looks when he takes the children in parks or shopping, but it does not bother him. Read said being a good father is criticism
"It is not difficult to be involved with your children - that's why you have kids.".