Question: Can I begin dating before I get a divorce?
Answer: You can begin dating before you get a divorce. As there is no fault divorce in British Columbia from a strict legal perspective this should have no or little bearing on the outcome of your case. However, if you make this decision you should use discretion in your disclosure of this fact. A new relationship often causes an emotional reaction for children and former partners that can often make cases more difficult to resolve by consent and further at times this decision can have an impact on determinations of child custody and access.