Adopting an adult

Adopting an adult Did you know you could adopt an adult? Jessica is currently 26 years old. Jessica’s parents separated when she was 2. After the separation, Jessica’s mother was given custody and her father was given access rights, which he didn’t...

Working hours and childcare

Working hours and childcare Did you know that a parent's work schedule can be a determining factor in awarding childcare? David and Véronique lived together for five years and had a little girl named Fanny. The couple had fallen out and decided to separate. However,...

Wills and common-law partners

Wills and common-law partners Did you know that common-law spouses who do not have a will are not considered legal heirs to each other? Valérie has been living happily with Sébastien for 20 years. The couple has no children of their own. Over the years, they have...

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...