Abuse
Webpages on OakNet discussing abuse for older adults, including forms of abuse, getting help, and more resources.
Abuse & Family Violence articles
Articles on LawNow discussing abuse and family violence, including being trauma-informed and coercive control.
Alberta’s New Harassment Tort
LawNow article about the new tort of harassment in Alberta common law.
Children and Parenting after Leaving an Abusive Relationship
Info sheet describing legal issues around parenting and children if you are leaving an abusive relationship.
Last Update: 2021
Clare’s Law
Info sheet describing Clare's Law, including what it is and how Albertans at risk of domestic violence can get information about potentially harmful intimate partners.
Last Update: 2021
Domestic Violence and the Law Resources
Recorded webinar featuring a panel of agencies supporting those experiencing domestic violence and discussing available resources.
Domestic Violence Toolkit for Landlords
Toolkit of info sheets for landlords and property managers to help them understand the role they can play in preventing and dealing with domestic violence on their premises.
Last Update: 2019
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
Gathering Evidence of Abuse
Info sheet with practical tips for gathering evidence of abuse in case a person experiencing abuse must go to court.
Last Update: 2021
Going to the Police about an Abusive Relationship
Info sheet with information about making a criminal complaint about an abusive partner, Victims' Services, and peace bonds.
Last Update: 2021
Help with Finances when Leaving an Abusive Relationship
Info sheet with information on options for financial help if you leave an abusive relationship, including government benefits, and partner, spousal and child support.
Last Update: 2021
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
Leaving an Abusive Relationship If You Are Not a Canadian Citizen
Info sheet providing legal information for individuals living in Canada but not yet Canadian citizens about leaving an abusive relationship and getting help.
Last Update: 2021
Planning to Leave an Abusive Relationship
Info sheet providing practical tips for someone planning to leave an abusive relationships.
Last Update: 2021
Renting and Ending Your Lease Early when Leaving an Abusive Relationship
Info sheet about how to end a rental lease early while in an abusive relationship.
Last Update: 2021
Restraining Orders
Info sheet about restraining orders in Alberta, including who can get one and how to apply.
Last Update: 2021
Serving Documents on an Abusive Party
Info sheet with tips for how to serve legal documents on an abusive party.
Last Update: 2021
Sharing Intimate Images Without Consent
Info sheet describing the criminal law prohibiting sharing intimate images without consent of the person shown.
Last Update: 2022
The Many Forms of Harassment
LawNow article discussing the many forms of harassment, including as discrimination, sexual harassment and criminal behaviour.
The Tort of Family Violence: New relief available for victims of family violence
LawNow article about the new tort of family violence that recognizes the complex dynamic of violence within a relationship.
What is Abuse?
Info sheet describing the different forms of abuse.
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.