The parties separated and resolved property and spousal support issues, leaving custody, access, and child support for trial.
The applicant father sought joint custody and expanded overnight access, while the respondent mother sought sole custody and maintenance of the status quo.
The court found the parties to be in high conflict with poor communication, largely due to the applicant's conduct, including persistent lateness and uncooperative behaviour.
Consequently, the court awarded sole custody to the respondent.
However, finding that maximum contact was in the children's best interests, the court granted the applicant's request for expanded overnight access on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and alternate weekends.
