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Tips On Preparing Children For The Ontario Divorce Process
Divorce is not just the end of a marriage. For parents with children, the process impacts the entire family. From the time period before filing to the proceedings in court to entry of the final decree, kids face lifestyle disruptions that can have long-term implications. Research indicates that teens and adolescents often experience depression,… Read More »
Spousal Support In Ontario: Answers To Common Questions
When the marital relationship has broken down to the point that spouses are ending it, there is a good chance that some disputes will carry over to the financial aspects of Ontario divorce. This is certainly true of spousal support, also known as alimony or spousal maintenance. The Divorce Act allows the court to… Read More »
The Pandemic Has Shifted Canadian Birth Rates To A Record Low – Can Immigration Help?
Canadians are known for a lot of things including good maple syrup, ice hockey and poutine. One thing that we are not known for, however, is being particularly reproductive and even the best maple syrup doesn’t change the facts behind this reputation. The Canadian birth rate has actually been on the decline for a… Read More »
Co-Parenting Effectively During The Holidays
The holiday season has arrived and recent research indicates that Canadians are planning to make up for lost time this year when it comes to spending the season with loved ones. Results of that poll suggest that over a third of us are reportedly planning to celebrate with more friends and family than we… Read More »
Tips For Unifying The Kids As A New Stepparent
An unfortunate reality of every co-parenting situation is that there will be some aspects of each person’s parenting style that the other parent simply does not agree with. While there are also circumstances involving domestic violence, neglect and/or abuse that require the assistance of the proper authorities, many times one parent simply does not… Read More »
Three Ways Using Technology Can Help Your Co-Parenting Situation
Co-parenting might not always be easy, but it is usually the best solution for children who are growing up with parents who live in different homes. As of 2016, almost 20 percent of Canadian children were growing up in a household with one primary parent. Even if your child doesn’t live with you most… Read More »
IS IT A GOOD TIME TO INVEST IN SETTING UP A NEW BUSINESS OR PURCHASING AN EXISTING BUSINESS IN THE UNITED STATES IN THIS UNPRECEDENTED TIME?
Did you know that Canadian citizens can apply for an E-2, treaty investor visa at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto and if approved, you can get a visa up to 5 years! The E-2 Investor Visa allows an individual to enter and work inside of the United States based on a substantial investment they will be… Read More »
Why Canada Needs Immigrants To Work In IT
With all the evolution that technology has undergone over the years, it may be unsurprising that information technology (IT) professionals are increasingly valued in today’s world. One of the many effects of the COVID-19 pandemic is that businesses now need employees with IT skills more than ever as digital platforms are becoming more and… Read More »
Is Recording My Ex Helpful To My Child Custody Case?
Do you remember those days when recorded video and audio was so grainy that it was hard to even make out what was what? Technology has come a long way over the years and these days, it has advanced so much that it has become common to pull out your phone and start recording… Read More »
The Impact Of The Pandemic Immigration Backlog
One of the lingering consequences of the extended government shutdowns since early last year is that Canada is facing a staggering immigration backlog. As of July of this year, the backlog of permanent residence applications, for example, had increased by an astounding 70 percent since February of 2020. As the country continues to reopen,… Read More »