Separation & Divorce Support

Find Mediation and Legal Support Across Canada.

If your relationship is changing and you need affordable support, we can help you understand your options and find a path forward that protects your future.

Which is Right for You?

  • Work together to reach fair agreements without going to court.

    • You and your partner are open to talking things through.

    • You want a lower-cost, less stressful option.

    • You need help deciding on parenting, finances, or separation terms.

    • You prefer a neutral third party to guide the conversation.

    Mediators help both people communicate, understand each other, and come to an agreement together.


OR

  • Get legal advice and protection when decisions are more complex or conflict is higher.

    • Communication has broken down or feels unsafe.

    • You are worried about fairness or your rights.

    • There are complex finances, property, or custody concerns.

    • You may need to go to court or respond to legal action.

    Lawyers advocate for you, explain your rights, and handle the legal process.

Not sure? Many people start with mediation and involve a lawyer to review agreements before finalizing.

  • Government of Canada

    • Provides a detailed description of various family dispute resolution processes used to reach agreements outside of court, such as negotiation, mediation, and collaborative law.

      • Mediation Services

        • Provides information on resolving family law issues outside of the courtroom along with links to provincial mediation service providers.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

  • Government of Alberta

    • Provides a detailed description of the government-funded mediation process available to help eligible parents and guardians in Alberta resolve parenting and child support issues without going to court.

    Alberta Family Mediation Society

    • Provides a searchable directory to help individuals find qualified and registered family mediators, parenting coordinators, and arbitrators across Alberta.

    Collaborative Practice Canada

    • Provides a searchable directory to help individuals find legal, financial, and family professionals specialized in the collaborative process for resolving disputes respectfully and out of court.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Alberta

    • Provides a searchable directory of qualified Alternative Dispute Resolution professionals to help individuals and organizations find mediators and arbitrators throughout Alberta.

  • Virtual Family Mediation Program

    • Provides low-to-moderate-income families in British Columbia with free online mediation services to help resolve legal disputes regarding children, parenting, and support outside of court.

    Mediate BC

    • Provides a searchable directory of qualified mediators.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

  • Government of Manitoba

    • Provides information on mediation services to help families resolve disputes related to parenting, support, and property division outside of the court system.

    Winnipeg Mediation Services

    • Provides family mediation services in Winnipeg to help individuals resolve conflicts related to separation, parenting, and communication.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Manitoba

    • Provides a searchable directory of accredited mediators and arbitrators to help individuals resolve legal disputes outside of the court system.

  • Public Legal Education and Information Service of New Brunswick

    • Provides information on family law services and resources to help individuals navigate legal issues such as separation, divorce, and child support.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

  • Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador

    • Provides family justice services including mediation and education to help families resolve issues like parenting and support outside of the courtroom.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

  • Family Law Mediation Program

    • Provides a free and voluntary service to help families resolve disputes related to child support, parenting arrangements, and property division outside of the court process.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

  • Nova Scotia Family Law

    • Provides comprehensive information, resources, and forms related to family law matters in Nova Scotia, including separation, divorce, child custody, and support arrangements.

      • Family Dispute Resolution

        • Outlines out-of-court options, such as mediation and collaborative law, to help families reach agreements without a judge.

      • Mediation

        • Details the eligibility, application process, and specific court-based mediation services available to families with active court files in Nova Scotia.

    Nova Scotia Courts

    • Provides a mediation program for the Court of Appeal to help parties resolve civil and family law disputes voluntarily before a formal hearing.

    Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia

    • Provides guidance on finding legal help, including how to access legal information, the differences between summary advice and full representation, and links to free or low-cost services for family law matters.

      • Finding a Mediator

        • Provides information on various methods for locating mediation services, including provincial referral systems, professional institute directories, and specialized family mediation options.

      • Mediator Referral Service

        • Provides a specialized referral service that connects individuals with a private mediator

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

  • Family Mediation Program

    • The Family Mediation Program (Inuusirmut Aqqusiuqtiit) is a free service for all communities of Nunavut that offers families an alternative to the court process when parents separate or divorce.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

  • Government of Ontario

    • Provides information on professional mediation services available to help families reach agreements, often offering subsidized or free options based on income.

      • Family Mediation Service Providers

        • Provides a directory of authorized mediation service providers organized by region to help individuals find professional assistance for resolving family law disputes in Ontario.

    Legal Aid Ontario

    • Provides general information and access to professional mediators to help clients resolve family law disputes and reach out-of-court agreements.

    Mediation Centre of Ontario

    • Provides professional mediation services to help individuals and organizations resolve family, civil, and workplace disputes through collaborative conflict resolution.

    Family Mediation Group

    • Provides mediation services and professional support to help families navigate separation and divorce through collaborative conflict resolution.

    Ontario Association for Family Mediation

    • Provides a professional directory and resources to help families find accredited family mediators across Ontario, ensuring practitioners meet specific standards for training and experience.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Ontario

    • Provides a professional directory and resources for Alternative Dispute Resolution, connecting individuals with qualified mediators and arbitrators throughout Ontario.

  • Government of Prince Edward Island

    • Provides free mediation services to help parents develop a collaborative parenting plan that focuses on the best interests of their children during a separation or divorce.

      • Preparing for Parenting Plan Mediation

        • Provides guidance and resources to help parents prepare for mediation sessions, ensuring they focus on the needs of their children while developing a cooperative parenting plan.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

    Community Legal Information

    • Provides resources and guidance on various methods for resolving legal conflicts in Prince Edward Island, including mediation and collaborative law.

  • Government of Quebec

    • Provides information on free mediation sessions for couples with children to help them reach agreements on custody, support, and property division during a separation or divorce.

    Association des médiateurs familiaux du Québec (AMFQ)

    • Provides a directory to help users find qualified mediators across Quebec to resolve family, civil, or commercial disputes through alternative dispute resolution.

    JuridiQC

    • Provides information on the mediation process in Quebec, including how to find a mediator and details on free sessions available to couples with dependent children.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

  • Government of Saskatchewan

    • Provides a searchable registry of recognized professionals, including mediators, who assist families in resolving legal issues early in the separation or divorce process.

    Legal Aid

    • Outlines legal services and representation for low-income individuals, including assistance with the family mediation process to help resolve disputes outside of court.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

  • Government of Yukon

    • Provides information on the free provincial mediation service.

    Mediation Yukon

    • Provides a directory of qualified family mediators in the Yukon to assist individuals with resolving disputes related to separation, parenting, and communication.

    Family Mediation Canada

    • Provides a national directory of certified family mediators to assist families in resolving disputes related to separation, divorce, and parenting.

    ADR Institute of Canada

    • Provides a national directory of qualified alternative dispute resolution professionals across Canada to assist with resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.

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