How common-law relationships are not the same as marriage in Alberta
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How common-law relationships are not the same as marriage in Alberta
Description
September 21, 2018
It's estimated one in ten adults in Alberta live in a common-law relationship and just like with marriage, not all of those relationships will last. However unlike married couples, the guidelines surrounding how property is divided are not as clear. Laura Buckingham, legal counsel with the Alberta Law Reform Institute, joined Erin Chalmers to talk about that and break down some common myths about common-law relationships.
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How common-law relationships are not the same as marriage in Alberta03:49 | September 21, 2018
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Zoo Brew back in Edmonton for adult-only fundraiser04:17 | 5 hours ago
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Edmonton’s Cariwest Festival back for another colourful summer03:35 | 5 hours ago
-
Jasper wildfire: Multiple structures lost within townsite02:42 | 6 hours ago
-
Adopt a Pet: beautiful Eloise04:38 | July 24, 2024
-
Looking at the future of electric vehicles in Canada05:18 | July 24, 2024
-
Capital City Vintage Market helping people achieve sustainability goals04:16 | July 23, 2024
-
Edmonton Symphony Orchestra returns to the outdoors for summer04:16 | July 23, 2024
-
YWCA launches digital tools to help combat online hate04:59 | July 22, 2024
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A look into the politics of the Olympics05:02 | July 22, 2024
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Chef’s Challenge: Recipe from ARGOS Bar & Bistro16:38 | July 21, 2024
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2nd annual memorial ride being held in honour of Karter Bourgeault06:10 | July 21, 2024
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AMA Travel: It’s never too early to book your Christmas vacation03:38 | July 19, 2024
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Edmonton’s KDays to feature Innovation Zone04:05 | July 19, 2024
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Edmonton Public Library taking part in KDays again this year04:57 | July 19, 2024
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Create your own fundraising initiative for the Stollery Children’s Hospital05:02 | July 18, 2024
-
Extreme temperatures cause issues with B.C. fruit supply05:23 | July 18, 2024
-
Keep the kitchen cool with recipes inspired by ‘Prairie’ life05:37 | July 18, 2024
-
Adopt a Pet: Measley looking for forever cuddle buddy05:06 | July 17, 2024
-
Annual Highland Gathering upholds Scottish traditions in Sherwood Park04:16 | July 17, 2024
-
Edmonton police tape off section of 82nd Avenue, witness recounts hectic arrival of multiple police units02:02 | July 17, 2024
-
Making Canada’s wine industry more inclusive04:31 | July 16, 2024
-
Sea Change Brewing honours local family, ALS Society with new beer05:09 | July 16, 2024
-
Choco ‘N’ Dip showcases Taste of Edmonton menu15:16 | July 16, 2024
-
Kids with Cancer Society: Mariana’s journey05:35 | July 16, 2024
-
Story of Mildred Moyer continues in new film ‘Grotesque 2’05:29 | July 16, 2024
-
Multiple Miles for Myeloma has Edmontonians lacing up for a cause03:16 | July 16, 2024
-
TWOS: New summer programs coming to science centre05:34 | July 15, 2024
-
Ask the Expert: Protect your skin against ultraviolet rays during extreme heat05:24 | July 15, 2024
-
Learn how to make soap with Edmonton’s Wild Prairie Soap Company05:58 | July 13, 2024
-
Paraiso Tropical showcases traditional Latin food at Taste of Edmonton16:34 | July 13, 2024
-
Nature Alberta launches new season of ‘Family Nature Nights’ around Edmonton05:09 | July 13, 2024
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How common-law relationships are not the same as marriage in Alberta03:49 | September 21, 2018
-
Zoo Brew back in Edmonton for adult-only fundraiser04:17 | 5 hours ago
-
Edmonton’s Cariwest Festival back for another colourful summer03:35 | 5 hours ago
-
Jasper wildfire: Multiple structures lost within townsite02:42 | 6 hours ago
-
Adopt a Pet: beautiful Eloise04:38 | July 24, 2024
-
Looking at the future of electric vehicles in Canada05:18 | July 24, 2024
-
Capital City Vintage Market helping people achieve sustainability goals04:16 | July 23, 2024
-
Edmonton Symphony Orchestra returns to the outdoors for summer04:16 | July 23, 2024
-
YWCA launches digital tools to help combat online hate04:59 | July 22, 2024
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A look into the politics of the Olympics05:02 | July 22, 2024
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Chef’s Challenge: Recipe from ARGOS Bar & Bistro16:38 | July 21, 2024
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2nd annual memorial ride being held in honour of Karter Bourgeault06:10 | July 21, 2024
-
AMA Travel: It’s never too early to book your Christmas vacation03:38 | July 19, 2024
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Edmonton’s KDays to feature Innovation Zone04:05 | July 19, 2024
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Create your own fundraising initiative for the Stollery Children’s Hospital05:02 | July 18, 2024
-
Extreme temperatures cause issues with B.C. fruit supply05:23 | July 18, 2024
-
Keep the kitchen cool with recipes inspired by ‘Prairie’ life05:37 | July 18, 2024
-
Adopt a Pet: Measley looking for forever cuddle buddy05:06 | July 17, 2024
-
Annual Highland Gathering upholds Scottish traditions in Sherwood Park04:16 | July 17, 2024
-
Edmonton police tape off section of 82nd Avenue, witness recounts hectic arrival of multiple police units02:02 | July 17, 2024
-
Making Canada’s wine industry more inclusive04:31 | July 16, 2024
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Sea Change Brewing honours local family, ALS Society with new beer05:09 | July 16, 2024
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Choco ‘N’ Dip showcases Taste of Edmonton menu15:16 | July 16, 2024
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Kids with Cancer Society: Mariana’s journey05:35 | July 16, 2024
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Story of Mildred Moyer continues in new film ‘Grotesque 2’05:29 | July 16, 2024
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Multiple Miles for Myeloma has Edmontonians lacing up for a cause03:16 | July 16, 2024
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TWOS: New summer programs coming to science centre05:34 | July 15, 2024
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Ask the Expert: Protect your skin against ultraviolet rays during extreme heat05:24 | July 15, 2024
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Learn how to make soap with Edmonton’s Wild Prairie Soap Company05:58 | July 13, 2024
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Paraiso Tropical showcases traditional Latin food at Taste of Edmonton16:34 | July 13, 2024
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Nature Alberta launches new season of ‘Family Nature Nights’ around Edmonton05:09 | July 13, 2024
How common-law relationships are not the same as marriage in Alberta
Description
September 21, 2018
It's estimated one in ten adults in Alberta live in a common-law relationship and just like with marriage, not all of those relationships will last. However unlike married couples, the guidelines surrounding how property is divided are not as clear. Laura Buckingham, legal counsel with the Alberta Law Reform Institute, joined Erin Chalmers to talk about that and break down some common myths about common-law relationships.
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