FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About the BC Roster Standard Participation Agreement

Plain-language answers to common questions about parenting coordination in British Columbia, covering the BC Roster standard participation agreement and how the process works in practice.

Frequently Asked Questions About the BC Roster Standard Participation Agreement

What is Parenting Coordination?

Who is Parenting Coordination for?

What does a Parenting Coordinator do?

What minimal qualifications does a Parenting Coordinator in BC have?

Where and how are Parenting Coordination services provided?

What if a parent refuses to follow the agreements or court orders?

What if communication is disrespectful between the parents or with the PC?

What happens when a parent refuses to pay PC fees?

What are the options when a parent disagrees with the PC's advice or decision?

How are Parenting Coordination fees kept proportionate?

How do Parenting Coordinators address family violence and safety concerns?

How are children's views considered?

If you are unhappy with PC services, what should you do?

What can a Parenting Coordinator decide?

What can't a PC do?

Is a PC right for my family?

What is the difference between a recommendation and a determination?

How is a Parenting Coordinator's authority created?

Can a Parenting Coordinator enforce court orders or compel compliance?

What issues must return to court rather than being addressed by Parenting Coordination?

Is Parenting Coordination confidential?

What makes Parenting Coordination effective?

What should you expect if you hire a PC?

What happens if one parent refuses to pay or replenish their retainer?

How are allegations of bias or unfairness handled?

How does a PC distinguish between urgent and non-urgent matters?

Can a PC help parents develop practical plans, protocols, or implementation processes?

Can Parenting Coordination plans or protocols override a court order?

Do PCs communicate with therapists, counsellors, schools, or other professionals?

When would a PC withdraw from a Parenting Coordinator appointment?

What happens when conflict increases during Parenting Coordination?

Will Parenting Coordination change the parents?

What happens if co-parents cannot agree?

Can Parenting Coordination help in high-conflict cases?

What if our disagreement requires a new decision rather than implementation of an existing order?

How much does Parenting Coordination cost?