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Reflecting on Luke’s Place 13th Annual FCSW Gathering
November 4–5, 2025 In early November, Luke’s Place proudly hosted its 13th Annual Family Court Support Worker (FCSW) Gathering, a two-day, in-person training event that brought together more than 60 FCSWs from 38 organizations across the province. This year, the Gathering introduced interactive workshops, presentations, and panel discussions, designed to equip FCSWs with practical tools and innovative…
Read moreSilence Broken: Family Court Support Workers aid victims of IPV at the highest level
At the 13th Annual Gathering, Luke’s Place Legal Director Emily Murray sat down with Erin Lee, Executive Director of Lanark County, to discuss the vital role of Family Court Support Workers (FCSWs) in supporting survivors of gender-based violence as they navigate the complex family court process. Their conversation shed light on how these workers provide…
Read moreNow Accredited: Parent-Child-Contact Problem (Alienation) Online Course
We’re excited to share that our free e-learning course on the Parent-Child-Contact Problem (Alienation), is now accredited by the Law Society of Ontario. Whether you’re a lawyer, law student, or a service provider supporting survivors through the family court system, this self-paced module offers evidence-based, practical content grounded in legal experience. About the Course Developed…
Read moreLooking for Online Training in Feminist Law Reform or Media Leadership?
Are you a women’s advocate or Violence Against Women (VAW) service provider looking to enhance your advocacy of feminist law reform or how to work with the media to promote gender-based violence concerns? Check out these two free, self-paced e‑learning modules: Feminist Law Reform A comprehensive, multi-module online course designed to help community-based organizations drive…
Read moreWhat is Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)
At Luke’s Place, we provide support to women who have been subjected to intimate partner violence (IPV). Their stories are powerful reminders that abuse is not always visible and that understanding what IPV really looks like is essential to offering meaningful support. IPV does not always look like bruises or broken bones. Sometimes, it is…
Read moreLuke’s Place Contributes to New Publication on Family Violence and Family Law
We’re excited to announce the release of Understanding Family Violence in Family Court Proceedings: Providing Effective Responses for Victims, Children, and Perpetrators, a vital new resource published by the University of Toronto Press. This book addresses the growing recognition in Canadian legislation and case law that the family law legal system needs to do more…
Read moreEmergency Motions Toolkit
An emergency motion can be a vital step towards ensuring the safety women and children subjected to intimate partner violence (IPV). Yet many survivors enter the family court system without the information or support they need. As women often apply to Family Court at a time of crisis, it is not unusual for many to…
Read moreAccess our FREE e-learning course: Parent-Child-Contact-Problem (Alienation)
Deepen your understanding of the Parent-Child-Contact-Problem (PCCP) in Family Law! Are you a lawyer or service provider working in the family law system? Our FREE e-learning course on the Parent-Child-Contact-Problem (Alienation) is available anytime on our training website, and it continues to be a valuable resource for professionals across Ontario and beyond! Presented by Pamela…
Read moreCase Comment: Paralegals in family court
The mother, in this case, applied for leave to have a licensed paralegal act as her agent in a family law proceeding that involved parenting issues and family violence. While Justice Sah makes it clear that she has no concerns about the skills or integrity of the paralegal, she denies the mother’s motion. In December…
Read moreInside Luke’s Place 12th Annual FCSW Gathering
Luke’s Place held its 12th Annual Family Court Support Worker (FCSW) Gathering this past November. Over two impactful days, 54 FCSWs from across Ontario, representing 35 organizations, came together to connect and learn. Since 2011, Luke’s Place has led training for Ontario’s FCSWs, funded originally by the Ministry of the Attorney General and now by…
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