Temporary parenting order Under Divorce Act
When would one get a parenting order under the Divorce Act (DA)?
If either spouse has applied for a divorce, the judge has the jurisdiction to make a parenting order.
What is the time frame for a court to have jurisdiction to hear a divorce proceeding?
If either spouse has been ordinarily resident in the province of Ontario for at least a year preceding the commencement of the divorce proceedimg.
Under the DA, what defines a child?
Section 2(1) of the DA defines a “Child of the Marriage”.
Section 2(2) of the DA further defines a child to include a non-biological child.
Under the DA, what section allows a judge to make a parenting order?
Parenting orders can be made under sections 16.1(1)-16(4).