In an ideal world, divorced or separated parents would continue to parent their children in a peaceful, unified manner. They would set the same rules, offer the same structure and pass on the same values and beliefs. However, this can't always happen. In some cases,...
After divorce, life can take you and your ex in very different directions, metaphorically and geographically. You might live here in Ontario, but your ex might relocate to another province or country after your split. If you are a parent, you should know how to create...
When high-profile couples divorce, details of their split often make headlines - especially if unconventional phrases or decisions are part of their divorce. It wasn't that long ago that the world heard - and started using - the phrase "conscious uncoupling," right?...
-A heartfelt missive to Santa Claus from an outstanding equal parenting advocate Here is a letter from prominent activist, Paulette MacDonald, to whom? To Santa Claus of course. I wanted to publish this before the holidays but alas.... better late than never. ...
If you have plans to travel with your child, it can be wise to take steps now to prepare. Following are some tips on what you can do to travel legally and safely with your child if you and the other parent share parental rights. Get permission Does the other parent...
Many parents are frequent travelers. Some move around a lot for their job; others simply enjoy visiting new places. However, whether these mobile pursuits are professional or personal, frequent travel can affect parenting time (custody and access) for co-parents....
Studies and surveys show that equal shared parenting after divorce or separation is often in a child's best interests. And many parents are willing or eager to share parenting time and responsibilities. That said, the increasing support for equal shared parenting...
Watch Gene C. Colman's presentation at the Sept. 2022 Men & Families Conference – “The Newly Expanded Definition of “Family Violence” in the Divorce Act” (of Canada) Changes made to the federal Divorce Act last year are affecting cases across Canada, including one...
Protecting your child's rights to spend time with you and making decisions for them is vital from the 'get go' in family law cases. Unfortunately, the process can be complicated and contentious if parents disagree on parenting responsibilities and time sharing. Rest...
Sharing parental responsibilities and time equally is normally in a child's best interests. The benefits of equal parenting time are well-known, and the fact is that the vast majority of Canadians support a legislated presumption for equal shared parenting (absent...
