Abuse & Family Violence articles
Articles on LawNow discussing abuse and family violence, including being trauma-informed and coercive control.
Emergency Protection Orders
Info sheet about Emergency Protection Orders in Alberta, including who can get one and how to apply.
Last Update: 2021
Exclusive Possession Orders
Info sheet about Exclusive Possession Orders in Alberta, including who can get one and how to apply.
Last Update: 2021
Family Law 101
Booklet providing an overview of the laws that apply to families and relationships, including about adoption, child support, spousal or partner support, dividing property, divorce and resolving disputes.
Last Update: 2024
Keeping the Abuser Away
Info sheet providing an overview of the different court orders available to keep an abuser away.
Last Update: 2021
King’s Bench Protection Orders
Info sheet about King's Bench Protection Orders in Alberta, including who can get one and how to apply.
Last Update: 2021
Willownet
A CPLEA website all about abuse and the law in Alberta, with information about leaving the abuse, keeping the abuser away, and getting help.