Alberta to change property, adult child support rules for common-law couples

The judge, hearing the case of unmarried parents of a severely disabled adult, found that restrictions in Alberta’s Family Law Act violate the charter of rights.

The act currently states that child support for adult children of unmarried couples must only be made for those who are full-time students between 18 and 22.

The bill proposes support claims be extended to adult children under parental care because of illness or disability. Full-time students would remain eligible, but with no age cap.

“A relationship breakup can be one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. Our legislation would mean the justice system can work more fairly and efficiently for families when they need it – and it would protect some of the most vulnerable Albertans from falling through the cracks.”

says Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Kathleen Ganley.

The bill would also abolish the outdated 1922 Married Women’s Act that removed restrictions on married women to own property.

That right is already guaranteed under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

If passed, Alberta’s new legislation would come into force Jan. 1, 2020.

(The Canadian Press)

by The Canadian Press

Alberta to change property, adult child support rules for common-law couples

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