Free and confidential mental health and substance use support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from Wellness Together Canada. You can talk to a mental health professional one on one. Call 1-866-585-0445 or text WELLNESS to: 686868 for youth. Do you have to pay for therapy in Canada? Treatment from a […]
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How Common Is Schizophrenia In Canada?
Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders affect approximately 4% of the population (more than 1.5 million Canadians) and indirectly affect many more family members, friends, and other supporters. What percent of population has schizophrenia? Schizophrenia affects approximately 24 million people or 1 in 300 people (0.32%) worldwide. This rate is 1 in 222 people (0.45%) among […]
What Is Bill C 22 Canada?
BILL C-22. An Act to reduce poverty and to support the financial security of persons with disabilities by establishing the Canada disability benefit and making a consequential amendment to the Income Tax Act. What will Bill C-22 do? “Bill C-22 would give us the opportunity to send a clear message to working-aged persons with disabilities […]
Can A Secret Recording Be Used As Evidence In Canada?
In court, recorded conversations are valid and accepted as evidence. Therefore, the second party doesn’t require to provide consent in such cases. The most common evidence that people use is tape-recordings. But, make sure that the recording is clear and connected to your case- or else it will be denied by the court. Is secret […]
When Did The Divorce Act Change In Canada?
March 1, 2021. The federal Divorce Act changed on March 1, 2021. If you’re in the process of getting a divorce, or are married and thinking about getting a divorce, the new rules apply to you. They apply even if your case started before the changes to the Divorce Act. Learn about some of the […]
What Are The Rules For Divorce In Canada?
Canada has no-fault divorce. The only ground for a divorce in the Divorce Act is marriage breakdown. Grounds for Divorce You have been living apart for one year or more. Your spouse has been physically or mentally cruel to you. Your spouse has committed adultery. What is the wife entitled to in a divorce in […]
Has Bill C-15 Passed Canada?
On June 16, 2021, the Senate officially passed Bill C-15, an Act respecting the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. For an overview of Bill C-15 and its implications, please read our Canada Announces New Legislation to Implement UNDRIP blog. Is Bill C 15 passed in Canada? However, it was not passed […]
Can Ex Wife Claim My Pension Years After Divorce In Canada?
The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) contributions you and your spouse or common-law partner made during the time you lived together can be equally divided after a divorce or separation. This is called credit splitting. Can ex wife claim my retirement years after divorce? If you are divorced, your ex-spouse can receive benefits based on your […]
How Much Does A Divorce Cost In Canada?
The divorce fees charged by a lawyer for an uncontested case vary from a low of $1,056 to a high of $2,922 with an average of $1,540 per case. The divorce fees charged by a lawyer for a contested case vary from a low of $6,582 to a high of $86,644 with an average of […]
How Do I Protect Myself In A Divorce In Canada?
6 Ways to Protect Yourself Get Organized. Find out exactly what assets you and your spouse own, and what liabilities you have. Establish Your Own Credit. Open Your Own Bank Account. Revise Your Will and Power of Attorney. Update Your Investment Accounts. Set up a Network of Professional Support. How do you protect yourself from […]