This ruling addresses a status review proceeding by summary judgment motion under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017.
The court assessed whether the child, "G", remained in need of protection due to emotional harm stemming from past domestic violence involving the parents and the father's ongoing actions.
While the mother had made significant progress in her ability to protect the child, "G" continued to exhibit aggressive behaviors and fear related to the father.
The court denied the Society's request for a deemed custody order, opting instead for a protection order.
This order placed the child in the mother's care subject to nine months of Society supervision, with no access for the incarcerated father until he brings a new application and demonstrates reduced risk.