The Divorce Act Changes Explained
Best interests of the child
Other relevant factors
(Section 16(4)(h), Divorce Act)
New section
(h) any other relevant factor.
Old section
None.
What is the change
This provision clarifies that the court must also consider relevant factors not included in the list.
Reason for the change
Other factors may be relevant to the court’s assessment of the impact of family violence on the parenting arrangement.
When
March 1, 2021.
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