The applicant father brought an urgent motion for interim sole custody of the parties' one-year-old son, alleging the respondent mother was abusing drugs and alcohol while breastfeeding.
The respondent mother brought a counter-motion for temporary care and control and permission to relocate to Sioux Lookout, alleging she fled the matrimonial home due to the applicant's escalating anger and domestic violence.
The court found the matter urgent under Rule 14(4.2) of the Family Law Rules.
Relying on corroborating medical and CAS evidence supporting the mother's version of events, the court granted the mother temporary care and control.
The court also permitted the mother to temporarily relocate to Sioux Lookout with the child to secure her safety and family support, while granting the father facilitated access.
