Divorce Blog
CTV News Part 2 – How to End a Marriage without a Lawyer
Karen Stewart continues her interviews with CTV Edmonton by talking about divorce lawyers and why calling a lawyer may be the wrong thing to do. Keep the money in your pocket. Learn how to avoid fighting it out with the courts. Instead, achieve amazing outcomes using a mediation and negotiation method that makes sense and focuses on the wellbeing of the children.
CTV News Part 1 – How to move through Divorce in the Right Way by Avoiding the Traditional System
In this interview, Karen Stewart talks with CTV News Edmonton about divorce statistics and the differences between the “broken” traditional divorce system and the Fairway divorce process. Having gone through a lengthy divorce herself, this experience gave Karen insight into the limitations of the traditional system. Learn how Fairway can help you find a mutually beneficial outcome that protects your kids and your assets.
Calgary Stampede sees an increase in Post Stampede Divorces
CTV Calgary Interviews Karen Stewart about the year over year trend in the increase of divorces after The Calgary Stampede. See how you might avoid being a statistic.
Big Changes to the Divorce Act Proposed
Learn about the proposed changes to the Divorce Act “Bill C-78” and how the changes focus on protecting the children of divorce.
Understanding Divorce Resolution
Learn about divorce resolution how using a mediator for drafting a separation agreement, filing for divorce and resolving the issues can help you avoid expensive legal battles.
Seniors & Relationships: Karen Stewart Founder and CEO is interviewed on Global News
Karen Stewart discusses the significance of relationships for ageing individuals. Get a unique insight into how Seniors are impacted by changing relationships and the increasing number of divorces for ageing couples.
660 News interview with Karen Stewart about Taxes and Divorce
There are significant tax issues that should be considered when getting divorced. Learn some of the tax areas to be aware of.
Be Empowered to Handle the Waves of Life
The impact of the waves ups and downs that you ride through your divorce will depend a lot on how you perceive things. Choose to be accountable and avoid the emotional pain that goes with self-pity.
Separation Agreement: What You Should Know
Find out the things you should know when it comes to preparing and filing a Separation Agreement. Understand what a legal separation means.
Vacations and Divorce: From the Voice of the Child
Traveling when in a shared parenting can add some complexity and stress. Learn some practical tips on how to make it work for everyone and make planning easier.
Make Valentine’s Day about Gratitude
Valentine’s Day is not just about romantic dinners with a significant other. Valentine’s day can be simply about having gratitude and sharing a thank you with those you care about.
The truth about divorce is, we’re right!
If we can learn that truth is often perception rather than fact, we can move through our divorce in a way that opens the door to opportunities.
When it comes to breaking up, common-law relationships don’t have the same rights
An Alberta woman and her common-law partner raised three children and owned two properties during their 20-year relationship. After splitting up, she found out that she had no rights to the homes. Learn how she fought for her rights to the properties they owned together.
Read the CBC article discussing common-law relationships and what our CEO Karen Stewart has to say on the lack of legal options for Alberta common-law couples who break up.
January is Divorce Month: The Holiday Season Stress
There is no denying the stress of the holidays, and it can be glaringly obvious that divorce is inevitable. While you cannot ever be 100% prepared, it is best to work on not having any regrets.
Divorce and Kids: Keeping it about the kids
After mediating over 300 couples through a divorce, Colette Fortin offers some sound advice about how to keep it about the kids and not let your ego take over.