The Children's Aid Society of London and Middlesex brought an application concerning the child V., who was found in need of protection.
The dispositional hearing considered three options: return to the mother (D.P.), placement with the father (T.M.), or custody to the non-parent caregiver (M.B.), who had cared for the child since six weeks old.
The court dismissed the mother's claim due to her non-participation and risk of harm.
It also dismissed the father's claim, finding his parental connection did not grant him a special advantage over the child's best interests, and noted his inconsistent access efforts.
Custody was awarded to M.B., emphasizing the child's psychological bond and the importance of continuity of care.
The mother was granted supervised access, and the father was granted reasonable access, including alternate weekends and summer weeks.
