A parent disciplined their teenager with a belt, believing they were in the right. They then faced criminal charges. Lawyer Bisi Olabanji breaks down Section 43 of the Criminal Code, what the Supreme Court has said about “reasonable force,” and why no cultural background or parental intent provides legal protection for physical discipline of teenagers.
Co-parenting involves a lot of moving pieces across two households including schedules, messages, expenses, and medical records. OurFamilyWizard centralizes all of these and more into one secure, time-stamped platform, and it’s one of the tools our team most often recommends to families building a low-conflict co-parenting foundation.
Independent adoption is where prospective parents work directly with birth parents outside the public system. It is a profoundly meaningful path, but a procedurally demanding one. This step-by-step guide covers consent, the Mutual Family Assessment, Ministry review, and the final court order, with guidance on where to get help along the way.
The terms “custody” and “access” are gone. The 2020 Divorce Act amendments replaced them with “parenting time” and “decision-making responsibility” — terms that shift the focus from who wins to what works for the child. Here’s what the change means in practice, and how Saskatchewan courts apply the new framework.
January is a natural reset point for co-parents who want to do better. From using the BIFF communication method to building a detailed parenting schedule, these strategies help families start the year with less conflict, and keep children’s well-being at the centre.
Separated parents shouldn’t have to choose between a peaceful holiday and seeing their kids. With early scheduling, clear communication, and a child-centred mindset, the holiday season can be joyful in both homes.
A Will and a Power of Attorney matter for any parent, but for co-parents they are especially urgent. Guardianship questions, blended family dynamics, and the risk of conflict between households make proactive planning essential. Here’s what co-parents in Saskatchewan need to have in place.
“Children are resilient” is one of the most commonly repeated phrases in separation, and one of the most misunderstood. Our team’s book club discussion unpacks what resilience actually means for kids, and why the support parents provide matters far more than any innate ability to bounce back.
A co-parenting plan is the foundation that keeps conflict low and children stable, even when circumstances change. From parenting schedules and communication guidelines to financial responsibilities and decision-making, here’s what a strong plan looks like.
Not sure where family law begins and ends? From separation versus divorce to child support, spousal support, parenting time, and mandatory dispute resolution, this overview covers the essentials in plain language, without requiring a law degree to understand.
