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This means that just because you qualify as a common law spouse for the purpose of immigration, does not mean that you will qualify as a spouse for the purposes of ''Family Law Act''.
This means that just because you qualify as a common law spouse for the purpose of immigration, does not mean that you will qualify as a spouse for the purposes of ''Family Law Act''.


===Best Interest of the Child===
===Best Interests of the Child===


Section 37(1) ''Family Law Act'' (BC) states that best interest of the child is the only consideration when making decisions about guardianship, parenting arrangements, and contact with the child.  
Section 37(1) ''Family Law Act'' (BC) states that best interest of the child is the only consideration when making decisions about guardianship, parenting arrangements, and contact with the child.  

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