Facing divorce or legal challenges? Explore valuable resources for guidance. From divorce procedures to shelter assistance, this curated list provides support at every step.
Please note that these are third party resources. JKB Law does not make any warranties or guarantees of the services/links. They are provided below as useful resources that may help you in navigating your legal matter. This list is not comprehensive or exhaustive.
Divorce Related Resources
Centre for Public Legal Education (CPLEA): Centre for Public Legal Education is a non-profit that provides legal information on a variety of topics, including family/divorce law, which are useful for Albertans.
Alberta Courts - DIY Divorce Guide: The Alberta Courts website has a guide and forms on how to file for divorce on your own. Reach out if you are finding it too difficult to complete on your own.
Consent Order Application: You can apply for a consent order if you and your former spouse/partner have reached an agreement. This link has instructions on how to prepare and file a consent order.
Child Support Recalculation: If your order is eligible, you can update child support using this program, which saves you on legal costs
Restraining and Protection Orders: Information on how to apply for OR respond to a restraining order or emergency protection order.
Federal Child Support Calculator: Federal Child Support Calculator will generate the current amount of child support payable in simple situations. We can assist you in understanding how this works in more complicated situations, such as shared parenting.
Our Family Wizard: Our Family Wizard is a community tool that helps improve co-parenting relationships. This is routinely recommended/ordered by the Courts to be used by parents who need to streamline their schedule, communication, and track shared (section 7) expenses.
Affordability Resources
Calgary Legal Guidance (CLG): Calgary Legal Guidance is a local non-profit that JKB Law volunteers with and supports. They provide free legal advice and their website has useful information on various legal issues.
Legal Aid Alberta: If you are unable to afford a lawyer, you can apply for Legal Aid who may offer you coverage.
Law Society Find a Lawyer: Utilize the Law Society's resource on finding a lawyer in Alberta.
Calgary Public Library Services: Access free resources at Calgary Public Library for assistance with family law issues, including printing, computer access, and various programs.
Pro Bono Law Alberta (PBLA): Find free legal resources and advice through PBLA, supporting those in need of legal assistance.
Student Legal Assistance (SLA): Student Legal Assistance (SLA) provides free legal information through the University of Calgary law students who volunteer their time.
Navigation of Courts
Government of Alberta Legal Assistance Resources: Access a list of resources on legal assistance and navigating the court process in Alberta.
Shelter Resources
How to find a shelter if you are escaping family violence or experiencing homelessness
Emergency Shelters
Alberta Health Services (AHS) helplines.
Addiction support: 1-866-332-2322.
Mental health assistance: 1-877-303-2642.
Calgary Emergency Women's Shelter offers immediate support
403-234-7233
Additional resources for survivors of domestic violence in Calgary are available at calgary.ca.
Calgary based resources for domestic violence survivors
Child Services and Support
Awo Taaan Healing Lodge and Society for Children’s Services (welfare)
1-800-387-5437
Other Child Support Centre
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Centre is a local non-profit that assists individuals and families navigating the loss of a pregnancy or child.
Mental Health Resources
South Asian Youth Mental Health YYC, a local resource with community specific resources/supports
Punjabi Community Health Services is a local non-profit that provides community services, specifically around mental health, addictions, and domestic violence.
For immediate crisis response, contact Distress Centre Calgary - 24 hour crisis response
CALL OR TEXT NOW: 403-266-4357
Wood’s Homes: focusing on children's mental health
403-299-9699
In times of crisis, support is available. Reach out to these local resources for assistance and care.