Ontario Association for Family Mediation

Ontario Association for Family Mediation Since 1982, the OAFM has promoted family mediation as the best way for separating families in Ontario to resolve disputes.

Preparing for mediation can make a meaningful difference in how the process unfolds.Taking time to gather financial info...
06/11/2026

Preparing for mediation can make a meaningful difference in how the process unfolds.

Taking time to gather financial information, understand the role of mediation, and consider your goals can help create a more productive starting point.

It’s also helpful to think beyond immediate outcomes, focusing on decisions that will remain workable over time, especially when families are involved.

A bit of preparation can help support more informed and balanced conversations.

More families are choosing mediation, and for good reason.It offers a way to stay involved in decision-making, create so...
06/10/2026

More families are choosing mediation, and for good reason.

It offers a way to stay involved in decision-making, create solutions that fit individual circumstances, and work through issues collaboratively.

As awareness grows, mediation continues to play an important role in supporting families through change.

National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to listen, learn, and reflect.Indigenous communities bring diverse p...
06/08/2026

National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to listen, learn, and reflect.

Indigenous communities bring diverse perspectives, traditions, and approaches to conflict resolution. Recognizing and respecting these perspectives is an important part of building more informed and thoughtful practices.

Respectful engagement begins with a commitment to ongoing learning.

Mediation is more flexible and comprehensive than many people expect.It can take place in separate spaces or virtually, ...
06/04/2026

Mediation is more flexible and comprehensive than many people expect.

It can take place in separate spaces or virtually, it considers more than just legal issues, and it isn’t about one person coming out on top.

Instead, the focus is on creating outcomes that are balanced and sustainable for everyone involved. Accurate information helps make the process more accessible.

Pride Month offers an opportunity to reflect on the importance of inclusion in all areas of our work.2SLGBTQIA+ communit...
06/01/2026

Pride Month offers an opportunity to reflect on the importance of inclusion in all areas of our work.

2SLGBTQIA+ communities represent a wide range of identities and experiences, including diverse family structures. In mediation, recognizing and respecting these identities is key to building trust and supporting meaningful dialogue.

Affirming practices are not an addition to the work, they are a fundamental part of it.

Family mediation is inherently interdisciplinary. Every situation brings legal, emotional, financial, and relational lay...
05/28/2026

Family mediation is inherently interdisciplinary. Every situation brings legal, emotional, financial, and relational layers, and no single perspective can fully address them all.

That’s why this work is strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of those who practice it. Each discipline adds depth, insight, and a more complete understanding of what families are navigating.

It’s this collective expertise that allows for more thoughtful, balanced, and effective outcomes.

Speakers Corner brings fresh perspectives into our webinar series.Typically held at the end of each month, these session...
05/27/2026

Speakers Corner brings fresh perspectives into our webinar series.

Typically held at the end of each month, these sessions feature guest speakers sharing knowledge, experience, and insights across a range of topics relevant to mediation practice.

It’s an opportunity to learn from others in the field and stay engaged with evolving conversations in the profession.

Mediation can look different from what people expect.It’s not about needing to get along before you begin, it’s about ha...
05/20/2026

Mediation can look different from what people expect.

It’s not about needing to get along before you begin, it’s about having the right support to navigate difficult conversations. It’s not about someone else deciding for you, it’s about having space to work through decisions together.

And it’s not limited to simple situations. Mediation is often used to work through complex, real-life challenges.

A clearer understanding can open the door to new possibilities.

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