Family and Relationships

Family law encompasses many different issues, including marriage, divorce, and custody. On this page you will find two resources that deal with a variety of family law issues. Otherwise, choose from the following list of specific topics:

Adoption and Birth
Adult Interdependent Relationships: Often called "common law relationships."
Child and Spousal Support: Also called "maintenance."
Children and Teens: Includes child protection services and dealing with divorce.
Custody, Guardianship and Access
Grandparents and other Relatives
Marriage and Divorce

Suggested Resources

Family Justice Services

Family Justice Services are a group of progams and services offered by Alberta Justice in collaboration with the courts of Alberta. Family Justice Services works directly with individuals and also with the judges of the Alberta Provincial Court and Court of Queen's Bench to help people get appropriate solutions for their family law issues. The site provides information on a variety of issues such as the Family Law Act, family law kits and court information, child support assistance, courses and seminars for parents, family violence prevention, etc. Related keywords: Family law general resources (58)

Family Law FAQs

This online resource about Family law is provided by Legal Aid Alberta. It includes information about: marriage and 'common law relationships'; divorce; property rights, and guardianship of children; and explains some of the differences between a marriage and an Adult Interdependent Relationship. Related keywords: Common law relationships (16), Divorce and separation (41), Guardianship and trusteeship (30), Marriage (26)