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flag Canada proposes divorce law changes to protect children and abuse survivors, requiring violence screening and recognizing coercive control.

flag Liberal MP Lisa Hepfner has introduced proposed changes to Canada’s Divorce Act aimed at better protecting children and survivors of domestic violence during divorce proceedings. flag The legislation, set for debate and a vote in the House of Commons, would require lawyers to screen for family violence, empower judges to recognize coercive control such as isolation and surveillance, and allow children to express their preferences in custody decisions under certain conditions. flag Inspired by survivor accounts shared by Suzanne Zaccour of the National Association of Women and the Law, the bill seeks to address how abuse often continues in court, with survivors frequently labeled “difficult” or “alienating” after speaking out. flag Nearly 300 organizations and cross-party leaders support the reforms, which aim to prioritize children’s best interests and ensure fairness for vulnerable individuals.

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