Quebec minister applauds ruling on common law unions

 

According to the Gazette, the ruling upholds Quebec's distinction between married and unmarried couples.

 

St-Arnaud says this ruling confirms the healthy state of freedom of speech in the province. While he was satisfied, St-Arnaud also stated that the option to review Civil Code family law articles is on the table. This issue has been discussed many times in the National Assembly over the last 30 years.

 

The ruling came about after a high profile case involving a woman who was seeking the same rights that a divorced woman would garner from her ex-partner surfaced.

 

The ruling was upheld by a five-to-four vote.