What are the child custody statistics?

Joint custody arrangements now account for over 50% of Canadian custody cases, with a growing trend toward shared parenting. Modern child custody arrangements in Canada increasingly favour shared parental responsibility , moving away from traditional sole custody models. Courts prioritize the best interests of the child while recognizing the importance of maintaining meaningful relationships with both parents. Physical custody arrangements typically see children spending significant time with each parent Joint legal custody remains the most common arrangement, allowing both parents to participate in major decisions Sole custody cases have declined significantly over the past decade Shared custody arrangements (40-60% time split) continue to rise annually This shift reflects contemporary research showing children generally benefit from maintaining strong connections with both parents following separation or divorce.

"! Joint Custody Trends: Over 50% in Canadian Cases

Joint custody arrangements now account for over 50% of Canadian custody cases, with a growing trend toward shared parenting.

Modern child custody arrangements in Canada increasingly favour shared parental responsibility, moving away from traditional sole custody models. Courts prioritize the best interests of the child while recognizing the importance of maintaining meaningful relationships with both parents.

Physical custody arrangements typically see children spending significant time with each parent
Joint legal custody remains the most common arrangement, allowing both parents to participate in major decisions
Sole custody cases have declined significantly over the past decade
Shared custody arrangements (40-60% time split) continue to rise annually

This shift reflects contemporary research showing children generally benefit from maintaining strong connections with both parents following separation or divorce.