Information for families in BC experiencing separation and divorce

Custody and Access

Your parents might be able to agree on custody and access themselves. But if they can’t agree, even with the help of a mediator, and they have to go to court and have a judge decide, the judge will think about things like this when making the decision:

• What will give you the fewest changes to deal with?
• Are both of your parents healthy and responsible?
• What are your parents’ plans for themselves and for you?
• How close do you feel to each of your parents?
• Do family and friends live near your mom’s and dad’s?