Intimate partner violence (IPV) is one of the most common forms of violence against women, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

A child’s welfare is of utmost concern to family court judges in a divorce. According to s.16(1) of the Divorce Act: “The court shall take into consideration only the best interests of the child of the marriage in making a parenting order or a contact order.”

Going through a separation or divorce can be difficult for everyone involved.  If you want to reach out to friends and families for support during this time, it is best to do that in person or by phone.