Not married to father-What rights does he have in Canada?

Question

This question is for anyone who has been in a simular situation or knows anything about this really. I am currenly living in Alberta Canada, althouhg i am from another province here in Canada.

I am 6 months pregnant... what rights will the father have once this baby is born?

We are not married.

WIll I automatically have full custody or do i have to go to court to do so once the baby is born?

I want to know because i am considering moving back home out of the province., will i be able to do that after the baby is born without the fathers permission if he doesnt take me to court?

What if i go home to have the baby, which province will the bbay have to be in ? Any info would help a lot !

Answer 1

You will have full rights when the baby is born. The father has to take you to court and fight for his rights. You can move anywhere you want to as long as its before he files for rights.

Answer 2

You need to contact the family court in your province to see.  He would have to take you to court for visitation.  Keep in mind, he can also take your to court to stop you from moving without his permission.  Have the baby where you are living and have the biggest support system.

Answer 3

i am not so sure about you being able to move anywhere you want...my understanding is that if you move further then 100kms from the father, without his consent...it could be considered as kidnapping and he could have you charged.....i would do a little more investigating on this before taking advice from all of us though.

Answer 4

You can move wherever you want.  The father has to sue you for paternity rights and then and only then will you have to share custody.  Even if he does sue for his rights (which you should really give him anyway) then it's likely that the judge will grant you joint custody but you'll still be the custodial parent (meaning that the baby will live mostly with you).  Joint custody can mean a variety of different things.  Some parents share their children equally while other's allow one parent to visit every other week.  Both are considered joint custody but unless you are married, no custody (except for the mom) is implied.