How Does a Judge Make Parenting or Guardianship Decisions in Alberta?
The breakdown of a relationship can be a stressful time, especially when there are children involved. Determining the rights and responsibilities of each…
What to Consider with Parenting Coordination
When a family breaks up, some problems and disputes are normal. But parents must find a way to work together for the benefit of…
What are Section 7 Child Support Expenses in Alberta?
When most people think of child support in Alberta, they usually think of a set monthly payment that covers daily expenses. But did you know…
Parenting After Separation in Alberta
Separation or getting divorced is not for the faint of heart and can wreck havoc on the mental well-being of your entire family. However, there are…
Do I Have a Right to See My Grandchild if the Parents Refuse?
The relationship between a grandparent and a grandchild can be a special and meaningful one for both parties. However, circumstances can arise that…
How to Prove Common Law Relationships in Alberta
People in “common law” relationships in Alberta enjoy similar rights to married couples but, in the absence of a formal agreement, they must…
Alberta Court of Appeal Sets New Test for Imputing Income for Support Purposes
The calculation of how much a parent is required to pay in child support is based on how much that parent earns. Normally, the court…
Who keeps the family pets after separation or divorce?
Many people develop deep bonds with their pets, and may often view them as members of their family. At the time of a separation or divorce,…
How to Terminate Your Spousal Support in Alberta
Spousal support may be awarded when married couples or common law partners separate in Alberta — to aid the transition to financial self-sufficiency. While periods…
Factors Determining a Child’s Best Interests in Alberta
You will hear the phrase “child’s best interests” repeatedly if you need to discuss child custody arrangements in Alberta. All court decisions involving…
Who Decides Whether Grandparents Can Have Contact with the Children After Parents Separate?
When couples separate or divorce, extended family members may have concerns about their ability to continue to spend time with the children of the…
Top Reasons Not to Self-Represent in Alberta Family Law Matters
Some people self-represent in family law matters in Alberta. On the face of it, this may seem like a viable option but it rarely…
How to Obtain Emergency Child Custody in Alberta
The safety of one’s children is a parent’s priority and if this is put at risk, you probably don’t need reminding that it…
Property Division and the Enforceability of Prenuptial Agreements in Alberta
Alberta’s Family Property Act provides a legislative scheme governing the division of a couple’s assets in the event of separation or divorce. The default rule under…
Child Support for Children Attending Post-Secondary Education
Alberta’s Family Law Act states that every parent has an obligation to provide support for his or her child (s. 49(1)). After separation or…
Understanding Parenting Plans and Custody Agreements in Alberta
When couples get married, no one plans to divorce. Yet, in 2021, 7.4 million people obtained a legal divorce in Canada. Although divorce is a…
Changes to the Framework for Application to Relocate with Children After Divorce
A request by one parent for permission to relocate with the children of the marriage will generally involve a significant change to the existing parenting…
Making Interim Changes to Custody and Parenting Arrangements in Alberta
One of the more contentious issues in divorce proceedings can be parenting of the children. Where the parties are unable to agree on…
Unmarried Fathers’ Rights in Canada
A parent’s rights to participate actively in a child’s life are precious and they are protected regardless of marital status in Canada. Canada’s…
If the relationship breaks down, does it affect my Immigration application or status?
Many foreign nationals have concerns about their immigration status when their relationship breaks down. You may need to seek immigration advice about your…
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