Updated: May 21, 2025 Best Interests of the Child in Alberta: What It Means for Custody and Parenting If you and your partner or spouse are going through a separation or divorce in Calgary and you have children together, you will likely hear the term “best interests of the child” frequently. It is the guiding… Continue Reading »
One of the most challenging matters to address in divorce settlements is what happens to the children of the marriage. Child custody laws in Alberta provide equal rights to both parents but it is the right of the child to live in a safe and nurturing environment. If the matter goes to court, the best… Continue Reading »
If a parent is considering relocating with children after separation in Alberta, it is essential to proceed carefully and only after seeking the appropriate legal guidance—especially because the legislation has been changed in recent years. When a parent plans to move away from the other parent and takes the children with him/her, the matter can… Continue Reading »
What Rights Do Same-Sex Couples in Common Law Relationships Have in Alberta? Under the provisions of the Family Law Act in Alberta, same-sex couples have similar rights to married couples after they separate. If you have been living together in a common-law relationship for some time in Alberta and decide to separate, you have rights… Continue Reading »
Child custody arrangements are one of the most important and challenging elements to manage during a divorce or separation in Alberta. The best interests of the child are paramount when deciding how parents must make decisions for and share time with their children. Alberta’s Family Law Act allows for several types of parenting arrangements for… Continue Reading »
