FAMILY LAW RESOURCES

Family Violence Resources:

• https://beta.novascotia.ca/sites/default/files/documents/1-3730/survivors-gender-based-violence-benefit-guide-en.pdf

  Every day survivors of unhealthy home environments are faced with the impossible decision of staying in harm or being displaced from their Home. The Nova Scotia Gender Based Violence benefit, is an accessible benefit available to help you make the decision to choose a safe and secure environment. We are here to assist if you wish to apply for this benefit.

• https://www.sheltermovers.com/nova-scotia/

  An amazing organization dedicated to helping survivors move homes when experiencing family violence.

• https://www.novascotiaspca.ca/community/pawssupport/

  SPCA’s Paws & Supports program allows for temporary fostering or permanent rehoming of pets when their humans are hospitalized or experiencing family violence.

• https://naomisociety.ca/get-help/resources-for-men/

  Website to counselling programs in Nova Scotia for men and families who are prepared to make intergenerational change, and the brave choice to work towards ending unhealthy relationships.

• https://novascotia.ca/lae/employmentrights/leaves.asp

  Information on Paid Domestic Violence leave available to Nova Scotia employees experiencing family violence.

• justice.gc.ca/eng/fl-df/cfl-mdf/index.html
  A guide to the 2021 Divorce Act changes. As a trauma-informed law firm we are pleased to see the Act updated to better define, consider and encompass family violence.

• https://www.nslegalaid.ca/

  Link to Legal Aid for those seeking representation in a criminal law matter, or those with limited means who are seeking representation in a family law matter.

  Financial and Support Resources:

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/keep-your-information-date.html

  Information on how to keep the Canada Revenue Agency up to date on your spousal or relationship status, for the purpose of child tax and other government benefits.

• justice.gc.ca/eng/fl-df/child-enfant/2017/look-rech.aspx
  Link to child support calculator for the purpose of calculating Child Support in Canada. This tool does not constitute individual legal advice.

• https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/fl-df/pdf/fact2-fiches2.pdf

  Information on the tax and income information parents parenting apart must exchange in relation to child support.

Parenting Plan Resources:

• https://parentingplanguide.ca/

  Nova Scotia Parenting Plan Guide.

• https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/fl-df/parent/ppt-ecppp/form/form.html

  Link to Department of Justice’s Interactive Parenting Plan tool. This tool does not substitute individual legal advice.

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOaJ0SnukKA&list=PLyrkyjajTa3g4lfYX8uahxi2Iu9ogxYYh

  A Video Series from the National Self-Represented Litigants Project East Chapter which guides you through using the Department of Justice’s Interactive Parenting Plan Tool.

• https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/children/consent-letter

  Link to Government of Canada travel consents form. These forms are not legally required, but are recommended by Government of Canada and immigration authorities for individuals or parents travelling with Children without the other parent(s) present.

• nsfamilylaw.ca
  Website contains information on frequently asked questions and legal guides relating to all things family law in Nova Scotia, including: divorce, separation, child support etc.