The cohabitation and separation contract
May 13, 2013
LawNearly 38 % of Quebec couples have chosen common law union. But are the common law spouses benefitting from the same rights as married couples? It’s important to protect yourself!
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The rights of a pregnant woman
March 15, 2013
LawYou’re pregnant and wondering if you have rights during your pregnancy? Here is everything you need to know about the laws that exist for pregnant women.
International divorce
September 25, 2012
LawOn the spur of the moment, you married the father of your child who went back to his country a few months later. What are you supposed to do?
Work and pregnancy
July 10, 2011
Maternity LeavesMost women today work during their pregnancy, and many even maintain a busy workload up to a few days before the baby’s born. However, safety should always be your number one priority.
Employment Insurance
July 10, 2011
Maternity LeavesHaving a baby is singlehandedly the most amazing experience of your life. Stressing about money while you’re taking time to bond with your child is not. That’s where Employment Insurance comes in!
Legal documents for your baby
January 21, 2011
LawWhen your baby is born, you have to fill out many documents to make your child’s entry into the world official. Thankfully, hospitals and birthing homes will give you the essential papers!
The Quebec Child Assistance Payment
October 6, 2010
BenefitsThe Child Assistance Payment is a form of financial assistance paid to all eligible families with one or more dependent children under the age of 18 living with them.
Canada Child Tax Benefit (CCTB)
September 30, 2010
BenefitsThe Canada Child Tax Benefit is a monthly tax-free benefit given to eligible families to help them meet the needs of their children under 18 years of age.
Preventive withdrawal - Quebec
September 27, 2010
Maternity LeavesThe preventive withdrawal is a measure primarily aimed at keeping pregnant or nursing women working in a safe environment.
Quebec Parental Insurance Plan
September 27, 2010
Maternity LeavesWhat is the Quebec Parental Insurance Plan? How does it work and how much will I get? Here's an interesting overview of what the QPIP program is.
