I am a single father I raise my 29 month old son. I broke off my relationship with my ex in Apr. 2006. Caught her with another man. She bothered me for about a month after. It stopped when she realized there was no chance of reconciliation. I have not heard from her since 2 weeks before our sons birthday (June 10, 2006). She has not attempted to see our boy since then. No contact whatsoever. I have been trying to obtain custody of my son with no success.
I went to Sask. provincial family services - no luck. I went to numerous other agencies - no luck. I went to lawyers on three occasions - no luck
I am told there is not a thing can be done, as in the laws of Canada the mother is considered the primary caregiver until proven otherwise by courts.
I work full time,supporting him is not a problem. He is the world to me and it is very upsetting when I want to keep and love him, he can be taken away from me at any time by a mother who ABANDONED HIM. Any advice - PLEASE HELP
2007-10-18 13:35:28 · 7 answers · asked by D's Dad 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Keep a record of things she has done or not done. How long she has been gone. Have a friend as a witness and, go from there. Your Lawyer should be more help for you..I think I would be looking for a new lawyer....sorry
2007-10-18 13:44:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I know a little something about this. This was really dirty what the guy did, but he knew that if his wife moved out and she didn't take the kids with her and was moved out for a certain period of time, it's considered abandonment and he automatically got the kids, she didn't know this. He suggested to her to move and, get it together and then she can come back and get the kids, by then he had made his move and they were his. Like I said, dirty. Anyways, I find it strange that provincial family services, numerous other agencies and seeing a lawyer had done nothing for you. It is known that the mother usually gets custody, but she is the one who cheated and that is enough to take it to court for you to have custody of your son. Now you have abandonment on your side, so ya, there shouldn't be a problem, this should be enough for the courts. I don't know where it is you live, but perhaps in a big city like Regina, you could seek better help. I would even attempt to bypass all that stuff and write a letter to the courts yourself telling them the situation and that you have had no luck with professional help. You tried, you are desperate and therefore you taking more advanced action. Good luck.
2007-10-18 13:50:34 · answer #2 · answered by Perkymo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you need a lawyer?
Also, I think we've all been in a situation where we'd like to say, "I'm going to call a lawyer." Sometimes we even go so far as to say the words - but many times, the call is never actually made. Why? Maybe it's a fear of the unknown or the potential cost. Did you know that calling a lawyer doesn't have to be just something you say you're going to do? It can become something you do without having to worry about the cost or who to call.
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2007-10-21 16:43:39 · answer #3 · answered by David B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not familiar with Canadian laws but can you take her to court for child support? Or can you try to track her down and sign custody over to you? If she abandoned the baby then she probably doesn't care if she signs him over or not.
You just have to hang in there, your all that baby has right now and it sounds like your doing a great job! I wish I had more information to give you! Good luck.
2007-10-18 13:41:56 · answer #4 · answered by Badkitty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sadly I know nothing of Canadian law. What I can do is suggest that you find a support group for single fathers in your area.
Keep doing what you are doing. Good luck and God will bless you for your efforts.
I will pray for you and your son.
2007-10-18 13:42:18 · answer #5 · answered by box of rain 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I WAS IN THE SAME SITUTION AS YOU WITH MY 3 BOYS... I went to family court and set a date for her to show up ,,she did not show so i got custody ,,off my 3 boys ..Go to the court house say u want to take her to court for custody ,,I hope u have the same luck as me ,, I also live in canada
2007-10-21 19:01:29 · answer #6 · answered by Bob G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Move out of Canada.
2007-10-18 13:51:54 · answer #7 · answered by Teenie 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋