What is a Co-Habitation Agreement, and Do I Need One?

by Collaborative Divorce Waterloo Region | Jul 9, 2018September 8th, 2022 | Collaborative Family Law Blog

By Rita Davie at HD Collaborative Law A co-habitation agreement is a contract you enter into with someone you are living with or are planning to...

Federal government looks to put children first in Divorce Act overhaul

by Collaborative Divorce Waterloo Region | Jul 2, 2018August 20th, 2021 | Media

By Seane Fine> Justice Writer and Laura Stone>Parliamentary Reporter, May 22, 2018 “Federal government looks to put children first in Divorce Act overhaul”

The federal Liberal government is aiming to protect children from high-conflict divorces, by emphasizing alternatives to courtroom battles and by using neutral language for the sharing of parental responsibilities, in what would be the first major changes to the federal Divorce Act in 20 years.

Collaborative approach to family law reduces conflict

by Collaborative Divorce Waterloo Region | Jul 2, 2018September 8th, 2022 | Media

By Diane McInnis Waterloo Region Record, May 25, 2018 “Collaborative approach to family law reduces conflict”

I applaud any efforts by the federal government to reform family justice. Justice Minister Jodie Wilson-Raybould has indicated that proposed new legislation will address family violence concerns, put the best interest of the children first, and improve enforcement of support obligations. I am glad to it has become a government priority.