Can I Leave Home?
Scenario: Isabella’s StoryI am a 16-year-old girl named Isabella. I currently live with my parents and my 3 siblings. I used to have a really strong relationship with my parents, however recently my parents and I have not been getting along. They constantly argue and disagree with my academic choices, my friends and lifestyle choices.…
Leaving Home (legal info for youth in Ontario)
Scenario by PLE Team Member Inez Leutenegger, legal info by JFCY To her peers, Lukie has appears to have had a typically ‘normal’ teenage life. Just having turned sixteen two months ago, she has recently received her driver’s permit. She is in grade 11 and enjoys being a part of the school’s cross country…
Leaving Home Part I: When Can I decide Where I want to Live?
Leaving Home will be a series of blog posts providing information to youth who have questions about their rights and responsibilities about leaving home. These blog posts offer general information only. For particular issues specific to a personal situation, contact JFCY to speak to a lawyer. Today’s blog peice is about when a youth can…