A motion review and new motion concerning child access during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The applicant sought to continue virtual video access only, citing the respondent's criminal charges and the enhanced health risks to one child who has Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency.
The respondent opposed the suspension of face-to-face access and sought modification of other restrictions.
The court found that the child's serious genetic condition placed her at enhanced risk from COVID-19 exposure and that the respondent's recent criminal charges and ongoing drug dependency issues, combined with his dismissal of the child's medical vulnerability, undermined his ability to adequately protect the child.
The court suspended face-to-face access temporarily in favour of virtual contact pending further order or written agreement of the parties.
