Recent Legislative Changes
Family law continues to evolve to better serve Alberta families. Recent years have seen significant changes to divorce terminology, relocation rules, and child support guidelines.
Divorce Act Changes
The Divorce Act amendments emphasize the best interests of the child and family violence considerations. Terms like "custody" and "access" have been replaced with "parenting time" and "decision-making responsibility."
Child Support Table Updates
Federal Child Support Tables are updated periodically to reflect tax changes. Always ensure you're using the most current tables when calculating support.
Court Procedure Updates
Alberta courts continue to modernize, with increased use of virtual hearings and electronic filing becoming standard practice.