Eric v. Lola: 10 years later

Eric v. Lola: 10 years later Did you know that since the Eric and Lola case, de facto spouses still don't enjoy greater protection? Did you know that since the Eric and Lola case[1], which was decided by the Supreme Court of Canada in 2013, common-law spouses still...

De facto spouses and notarial deeds

De facto spouses and notarial deeds Did you know that if you put more money down than your spouse when you buy a property, you won't automatically get it back if you sell or separate? As de facto spouses enjoy no protection under the Civil Code of Québec in the event...

Sole custody and school choice

Sole custody and school choice Did you know that sole custody of a child does not allow the custodial parent to decide which school the children will attend? First, a few principles. Both the Civil Code of Québec (for de facto spouses and married spouses) and the...