We have agencies here in Ottawa but even they are short on children to place in homes as most parents find their own care since the agency charges the parents often more than they pay privately. Mostly it is only those in need of subsidies that have to go through the agencies. It is also very hard to fill all of your spaces because of the age restrictions if you have children of your own that will count in the ratios. In other words you would still only have 2-3 children from the agency at most and be paid less than if you had found the children privately. Not saying an agency isn't the best idea for you but please don't go into the relationship with them assuming they will be able to meet all of the things promised - ie don't count on it but be grateful if you luck out and have them fill all of your spaces right away.