Separation and/or Divorce are extremely stressful times for both parents and children alike. Children will experience a wide range of emotions and feelings as a result of their parents’ separation, as separation invariably uproots their routines and structure.

Mediation is a process where parties meet with a mutually selected impartial and neutral person who assists them in the negotiation of their differences. The mediator is not a decision maker, rather the parties are encouraged to find their own solutions to issues by using interest-based negotiation.

If you keep hearing about Parenting After Separation (PAS) course and are wondering what it is…PAS is a free online course that is offered by Alberta Family Justice Services.