Can I Book a Trip Without My Ex’s Permission?

You’ve been dreaming about this trip for months. Maybe it’s a week at the cottage with the kids, or finally visiting your parents out of province. You’ve checked your work schedule, found the perfect dates, even started looking at flights. Then it hits you: Do I need to ask my ex about this? And just […]

Do I Have to Let My Ex Know If I’m Leaving the Province?

You have the tickets booked. The bags are packed and your child is excited to go on this epic trip. Then you remember oh shoot I forgot to tell my ex.. What feels like a simple trip can quickly become a legal issue if your parenting agreement requires notice or consent. Before you make plans […]

Separation vs divorce in Ontario: what’s the difference?

When your relationship changes, everything can feel uncertain. You may be asking yourself whether you need to separate, file for divorce, or both. Friends may offer advice. The internet may give you mixed answers. What most people do not realize is that the legal impact of separation often begins long before divorce is ever discussed. […]

How Is Property Divided in Ontario After Separation?

Separation often comes with a single, urgent question that sits underneath all the others. What happens to the house, and who actually gets it? For many couples in Ontario, the family home is the largest shared asset. It is also the one tied to the most emotion. Understanding how property is divided after separation can […]

What if My Ex Won’t Pay Their Share of Childcare Costs?

When one parent stops contributing to childcare expenses, it can leave the other feeling frustrated and uncertain about what to do next. These situations are common after separation, but Ontario law provides clear solutions through a properly drafted Ontario separation agreement. This guide explains how to share and calculate child support. You will also find […]

Section 7 Child Support and Back-to-School Costs

Does Child Support Cover Back-to-School Expenses? It’s August. You’ve just survived the camp drop-off shuffle, and now your inbox is filling up with school supply lists, registration forms, and payment links for team fees and tech rentals. If you’re a divorced or separated parent, the questions hit fast: Do I cover this, or do they? […]

Thanksgiving Parenting Plan: Co-Parenting Holiday Tips

Co-Parenting and Thanksgiving: Why Planning Matters The smell of roasted turkey. A warm kitchen. The sound of your child’s laughter echoing from the next room. Thanksgiving is supposed to feel like this, grounded in connection, gratitude, and tradition. But for co-parents navigating a shared custody arrangement, this time of year can also stir up something […]

Who Gets the Kids on Halloween? Co-Parenting This Spooky Season

Co-Parenting and Halloween: Why It Can Be Tricky Halloween might only last a few hours, but if you’re co-parenting, it can feel like one of the hardest nights of the year to navigate. Unlike long weekends or school breaks, Halloween doesn’t get the same attention in most parenting agreements. And yet, for kids? It’s unforgettable. […]

Who Pays for Hockey Practice? Understanding Extracurricular Costs in Ontario Child Support

Does Child Support in Ontario Include Extracurricular Activities? You’re juggling pickup schedules, dinner on the go, and finding the one lost ballet shoe, again. You’re doing your best to keep your child’s world steady post-separation. But what happens when that world includes expensive extracurriculars? Who pays for soccer cleats, tournament fees, or music recitals? Does […]

Benefits of the Collaborative Family Law (CFL) Process for Separation or Divorce

What Is the Collaborative Law Process? Collaborative Family Law (CFL), also known as the collaborative law process, is a voluntary, out-of-court approach that allows separating or divorcing spouses to resolve disputes respectfully. It is grounded in interest-based negotiation: a method that prioritizes open communication and mutual understanding rather than adversarial tactics. In Ontario, the collaborative […]