Hi Bluerose, I'm also in Ottawa (Kanata area) I've never worked with an agency - I looked into it when I was first starting out, but truthfully, there seems to be no shortage of people who need daycare. It may take some time to find clients who "fit" with your hours, etc. but I think daycare is the one industry that is recession-proof - there's always going to be babies who need to be taken care of. LOL Advertise in the usual places on-line (kijiji, daycarebear) and be sure to mention that you have experience - that seems to seal the deal for parents.