Child-Inclusive Mediation in Canada

Child-Inclusive Mediation in Canada:  A Discussion Paper for Family Mediation Canada

Family Mediation Canada is sharing this discussion paper as part of an ongoing national conversation about child-inclusive approaches in family mediation and the role of professional standards in supporting safe, ethical, and developmentally appropriate practice. FMC is grateful to Dr. Rachel Birnbaum and Nicholas Bala for preparing this paper and for their ongoing contributions to the literature in this important area.

FMC is making the paper publicly available to encourage dialogue, engagement, and reflection across the family mediation community. The views expressed are intended to inform discussion and do not represent endorsement of specific recommendations or policy changes at this time. We will share further updates as they become available.

Birnbaum & Bala Shaping The Future of Child-Inclusive Mediation in Canada – Discussion Paper for FMC