Getting 50/50 custody is achievable when both parents demonstrate their ability to provide quality care

Obtaining shared custody has become increasingly common in Canadian family courts, as judges recognize the benefits of children maintaining strong relationships with both parents. The success of achieving 50/50 custody arrangements typically depends on several key factors:

• Both parents’ demonstrated ability to cooperate and communicate effectively
• Geographical proximity between both homes to maintain school and activity schedules
• Each parent’s ability to provide a stable, nurturing environment
• The child’s existing routine and relationship with each parent
• Both parents’ willingness to put the child’s best interests first

Modern family courts generally favour shared custody when these conditions are met, as research shows children often benefit from maintaining meaningful relationships with both parents. The key is demonstrating that the arrangement serves the child’s emotional, physical, and social well-being.