Posts Tagged ‘Indigenous’
First Nation vs family law case: Part three
This case challenges the constitutionality of Ontario’s family law legislation with respect to whether the OCJ and SCJ can make custody and access orders when the child belongs to a First Nation.
Read moreFirst nation vs family law case: Part two
The First Nation brought a motion to have the case transferred to the Superior Court of Justice on the basis that the Ontario Court of Justice had no authority to grant the relief it sought.
Read moreOCJ/SCJ jurisdiction vs First Nations family law rules: Part one
This case deals with the question of whether the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice can make parenting orders when the child belongs to a First Nation that has its own rules for handling family law issues.
Read moreWhat are my rights when it comes to property division?
This is the first in a 3-part series on women’s financial rights and responsibilities when a relationship ends. Part 2 looks at determining the date of separation and Part 3 discusses spousal support. Historically, men have tended to manage the family’s money and make the big financial decisions about things like buying a house or…
Read moreWhat should I be aware of when I am supporting an Indigenous woman who has left her abusive partner?
An Indigenous woman leaving an abusive relationship must deal with all the issues faced by any woman leaving an abuser: ensuring safety for herself and her children, finding housing, making safe custody and access arrangements for her children, sorting out financial and property issues with her former partner and so on. However, there are a…
Read moreUsing the eagle feather when testifying
Indigenous people who have to testify in court may use the eagle feather to make their affirmation to tell the truth rather than swearing on a bible or other religious book. The eagle feather can be used in any courthouse in Ontario. Many courthouses have feathers for this purpose; but if not, the person can…
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