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Forward Family Mediation
Moving Families Forward — One Conversation at a Time
Separation is hard. Finding a way forward doesn’t have to be. Forward Family Mediation provides a voluntary, confidential, family-focused alternative to court, helping you work through parenting, support, and property issues.
Family Mediation Is:
Cost‑Effective – lower professional fees than traditional litigation
Quicker – many families reach resolution in days or weeks, not years
Private & Respectful – closed‑door discussions stay confidential
Child‑Focused – agreements center on children’s best interests
Personal – your solution is personal and custom made, not one size fits all
Empowering – Together, you choose and decide your solutions.
More Families Prefer Mediation
Mediation offers many advantages over going to court:
Mediation vs. Litigation at a Glance
Key Factors
Mediation
Litigation (Court)
Lower professional fees
Often resolved in weeks or months
Discussions are private
You make the decisions together
Custom solutions tailored to your family's needs
Cooperative –reduces conflict and promotes respectful dialogue
Focus on children’s best interests
High legal and court costs
Often 1–2+ years
Part of the public record
Judge makes the final decisions
Court-imposed process
Adversarial
Children may be exposed to conflict
Lower Costs
Less Time
Confidential
Complete Control
Maximum Flexibility
Respectful Tone
Child Focus
What To Expect In Mediation
Private Intake Meetings – We meet with each person individually to understand concerns and ensure mediation is the right fit.
Flexible & Personalized Mediation Sessions – We bring people together in a way that feels comfortable and safe. Some families prefer to meet in the same room, while others benefit from meeting separately with the mediator moving between them (sometimes called “shuttle mediation”). Whichever personalized approach works best for you, the goal is the same: respectful discussions, exploring options, and working toward solutions everyone can accept.
Mediation Summary Report – You’ll receive a written summary of your discussions and any understandings reached. This document can be shared with your lawyer, who can prepare or a formal agreement for finalization.
Optional Draft Agreement – For an additional fee, we can prepare a draft agreement based on the Mediation Summary Report. This draft can then be taken to your lawyer for independent legal advice and finalization.
We Serve Families Across Ontario
Whether you’re anywhere in Ontario or local to the St. Thomas, Walkerton, or Barrie areas, we can help, offering virtual mediation across the province and in-person sessions in select regions, with new locations coming soon.
Hear From People We’ve Helped
"Mediation helped us resolve everything faster and with far less stress. We felt heard and supported throughout the process."
— Julie, Parent of Two
"I was surprised at how much control we had over the outcome. It was the best choice for our family."
— Trent, Father
"Lower costs, quicker results, and a more peaceful approach — I would recommend mediation to anyone."
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— Alex P, Recently Separated
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âš Important: Forward Family Mediation provides neutral mediation and administrative support only. We do not provide legal advice, legal representation, or legal drafting services. We do not complete or sign court forms on your behalf, file documents with the court, or act for you in any legal capacity. All documents and materials must be reviewed with your own lawyer through Independent Legal Advice (ILA) before filing or signing.