What does it mean to “cohabit”

What does it mean to “cohabit” First, for couples who are NOT married, Ontario’s Family Law Act sets out various rights and obligations that apply to couples who have been “cohabiting” for three years or more, or who have been cohabiting for less time but have a child together. Even when a court deals with […]

Importance of Mobility Clause in An Agreement

A separation agreement is a legally binding agreement between two spouses which addresses the issues of property, support, access and custody. One vital clause that is occasionally overlooked in a separation agreement is the issue of mobility. It is very important that the issue of mobility is addressed in a separation agreement. Mobility involves the […]

3 Things Every Ontario Parenting Plan Should Have

When parents separate, the biggest questions often revolve around their children. Where will they live? How will they spend holidays? What happens when schedules clash, or a child’s needs change over time? That’s where a strong parenting plan comes in, and why, in Ontario, it’s not just a helpful document. It’s an essential one. Think […]

Travel Consent

What is a Travel Consent? Travel consent applies to a child who is either traveling alone, with only one parent/guardian, friends, relatives or a group (e.g. sports, school, musical, religious). Although there is no Canadian legal requirement for children to carry a travel consent, a travel consent may be requested by immigration authorities when a […]