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 …
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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 …
In February of this year, Luke’s Place Legal Director, Pamela Cross, had the honour of presenting a workshop on family law and violence against women at “Empowering the Voices of Our Families”: Family Violence Prevention Conference hosted by the Union …
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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 …
