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I'll try to help, but I'm Brazilian and every country have their own rules and laws with minors. Here in Brazil you would need for sure the permission signed of both of your parents and stamped by a notary's office.I searched about Canadian laws and here what I found:First, I learn that there it depends on with provincial you are. Some are 18, others 19 still consider a minor. In this website has the age of all 19 provinces:https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/refugee-protection/canada/processing-provincial-definitions-minor.htmlThe second part of you question who can consent the permission:If a minor child is travelling aloneTravel documentsInformation on passports, visas, international driving permits and a variety of other documents you will need when you travel outside the country.More info: Travel abroad - Travel.gc.caTravel documentsCrossing international borders can be complicated and sometimes requires many different kinds of documents. Being prepared is the key to easing your way through this process, so make sure you know what documents you need, where to get them, and which ones will make your crossing quick and easy.More info: Travel Documents - Travel.gc.caRecommended consent letter for children travelling abroadWe strongly recommend that Canadian children carry a consent letter if they are travelling abroad alone, with only one parent/guardian, with friends or relatives or with a group. For the purposes of this consent letter, a Canadian child is defined as anyone who is under the age of majority (18 or 19, depending on the province or territory of residence).A consent letter is not a legal requirement in Canada, but it can simplify travel for Canadian children, as it may be requested by immigration authorities when entering or leaving a foreign country or by Canadian officials when re-entering Canada. The letter demonstrates that Canadian children have permission to travel abroad from parents or guardians who are not accompanying them.We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about the legal issues that apply to you and your children’s unique situation, particularly if your parenting arrangement has special terms governing international travel. Carrying a consent letter does not guarantee that children will be allowed to enter or leave a country, as every country has its own entry and exit requirements.For additional information about entry and exit requirements for Canadian children travelling alone, with only one parent or with another accompanying person, see our Travel Advice and Advisories or contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the destination country.A photo of the consent letter:The signing of a consent letter may be witnessed by anyone who has attained the age of majority (18 or 19, depending on the province or territory of residence). However, we strongly recommend that you have the letter witnessed by a notary public, so that border officials will be less likely to question its authenticity.We also recommend that you contact the airline, bus, train or other transport company you will be using to check its policies and regulations for child travellers.Website/Recommended consent letter for children travelling abroad - Travel.gc.caRecommended consent letter for children travelling abroad – FAQThe following Questions and Answers supplement the Recommended consent letter for children travelling abroad.For more information about travelling with children, consult the Children and travel page, the publication Travelling With Children, or seek advice from a lawyer. If you need help finding legal services in your province or territory, contact a lawyer referral service.For additional information about entry and exit requirements for Canadian children travelling alone, with only one parent or with another accompanying person, see our country-specific travel advice and advisories or contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the destination country.Note that all references to parents on this page apply also to legal guardians.Note that Global Affairs Canada cannot provide you with advice about the Consent Letter for Children Travelling Abroad beyond what is offered on this website.Most frequent questionsGeneral questionsLegal and custody questionsDocumentation questionsOther questionsMost frequent questionsWhat is the purpose of a consent letter?A consent letter demonstrates that children who travel alone, with only one parent/guardian, friends, relatives or a group (e.g. sports, school, musical, religious) have permission to travel abroad from every parent (or guardian) who is not accompanying them on the trip.Is a consent letter mandatory?There is no Canadian legal requirement for children to carry a consent letter. However, a consent letter may be requested by immigration authorities when entering or leaving a foreign country, airline agents or Canadian officials when re-entering Canada. Failure to produce a letter upon request may result in delays or refusal to enter or exit a country.If the accompanying parent has full/sole custody of the child, is it still advisable to obtain a consent letter signed by a non-accompanying parent who only has access rights?We recommend that even a parent who has full/sole custody obtain a consent letter from another parent who has access rights (also called visitation rights).What information should a consent letter contain?There are no official guidelines for the content and format of a consent letter. For your convenience, we offer a sample consent letter on our website, which may be modified to fit your specific situation. You may also use our interactive form, which allows you to leave out information that is not available or applicable. Nevertheless, we recommend including as much detail as possible.Who should sign the consent letter?The consent letter should be signed by parents who are not accompanying the child on a trip, including:One or both parents who are married or in a common-law relationship and live together with the child. Both parents usually have custody rights over the child. In some provinces or territories, other terms (e.g. guardianship rights or parental authority) may be used.One or both parents who are separated, divorced or do not live together. In some situations, parents have “joint custody” or “joint guardianship” of a child, meaning that they make important decisions about the child together. In other situations, one parent has “sole custody” and is responsible for making important decisions for the child, while the other parent has “access rights.” We recommend that the letter be signed by all parents who are not travelling with the child, whether they have custody or access rights.One or more individuals (other than parents) or an organization with guardianship rights and responsibility for the care of the child.In Quebec, one or both parents with parental authority over the child. Whether the parents are married, in a civil or de facto union, separated or divorced, they have rights and duties relating to the child, unless a court order states otherwise.Court orders or agreements sometimes specify who is or is not required to sign a consent letter for children travelling abroad. If in doubt about who should sign the letter, consult with a lawyer.Up to what age should Canadian children carry a consent letter when travelling abroad?We recommend that anyone who is under the age of majority (under 18 or 19, depending on the province or territory of residence) carry a consent letter.Who can witness the signing of a consent letter?The signing of the letter may be witnessed by anyone who has attained the age of majority (18 or 19, depending on the province or territory of residence). However, we strongly recommend having the letter witnessed by a notary public, as border officials will be less likely to question the authenticity of the letter.Outside of Canada, the signing of a consent letter may be witnessed by anyone who has attained the age of majority, including a consular officer at any Canadian government office abroad (fees apply).Is it mandatory to have the consent letter witnessed by a notary?There is no Canadian requirement to have the consent letter witnessed by a notary public. However we strongly recommend doing so, as border officials will be less likely to question the authenticity of the letter.If the parents are together (either married or in a common-law relationship), but only one parent travels with the child, is a consent letter still recommended?If the child is not accompanied by both parents, we recommend carrying a consent letter signed by the non-accompanying parent, regardless of the parents’ marital status (single, married, common-law, separated, divorced or never married).General questionsIs a consent letter still recommended if a child will be accompanied by both parents for part of a trip, but alone or with only one parent for another part of the trip?We recommend that a child who is travelling with only one parent for even a small portion of a trip (e.g. when returning to Canada with only one parent) carry a consent letter signed by the non-accompanying parent.For example, if a child travels to the United States with both parents, but then the mother stays in the United States while the father brings the child back to Canada, the mother may sign a consent letter stating that the child has permission to travel back to Canada with the father.If neither parent is accompanying the child, should they each sign separate consent letters, or can they provide a single letter with both of their signatures?Either separate letters or a single letter may be acceptable. However, if both parents choose to sign separate consent letters, we strongly recommend that both letters be witnessed by a notary public.If children from the same family travel together without one or both parents, should they each carry separate letters or one letter listing all of the children?Either separate letters or a single letter may be acceptable. However, if the children will not be together for the entire trip (e.g. when returning to Canada), we recommend that they carry separate letters.We also strongly recommend that the letters be witnessed by a notary public.If a child is travelling with several adults, none of whom are the child’s parents (e.g. relatives, group leaders, parents of a friend), should they all be identified as accompanying persons on the consent letter?It is not necessary for the letter to identify all adults as accompanying persons. Instead, we recommend that the letter identify one accompanying person, such as a grandparent or group leader, subject to that individual’s consent.Can a parent fax or email a scanned copy of the letter to the accompanying person?Although there is no Canadian legal requirement for children to carry a consent letter, we recommend bringing the original letter, as border officials will be less likely to question its authenticity.Is a consent letter recommended even for a day trip?A consent letter is recommended for all cross-border travel, even for a day trip, if the child will be travelling alone, with only one parent, with friends or relatives or with a youth group. The sample consent letteror interactive form can be used to create a suitable letter.If one parent is deceased, what document should a child carry when travelling abroad?A child accompanied by a surviving parent who has full custody may carry a copy of the death certificate of the deceased parent. A child travelling without the surviving parent may carry a consent letter signed by that parent and a copy of the death certificate of the deceased parent.If a Canadian child who holds another citizenship travels to the other country of citizenship without one or both parents, will the consent letter offered on this website be accepted by that country’s immigration authorities?The consent letter offered on this website may or may not be considered sufficient by a country’s immigration authorities, as some countries impose their own entry/exit requirements on minor citizens.For example, a child with Costa Rican-Canadian citizenship requires a legally certified consent letter, translated into Spanish and signed by one or both parents, plus a special permit issued by Costa Rican authorities, in order to depart from Costa Rica.Be aware that a foreign country may automatically deem a child born in Canada to be one of its citizens if one or both parents are citizens of that country. As a “deemed citizen,” the child may be subject to the same entry/exit requirements as other citizens of that country.We strongly recommend that parents consult with an embassy or consulate of any country where their child may be a “deemed citizen” and enquire about travel documentation and other entry/exit requirements before travelling to that country with their child.You may find additional information under “Entry/Exit Requirements” in the Travel advice and advisories for your destination country, our Dual citizenship page and our booklet Dual Citizenship: What You Need to Know.Legal and custody questionsWhat can be done if a parent refuses to sign the consent letter?We recommend trying to find out the reason for the refusal. It may be possible to clear up a misunderstanding or address the other parent’s concerns.Alternatively, family justice services (e.g. mediation) may help. For a list of services available in each province and territory, see the Department of Justice’s Inventory of Government-based Family Justice Services.You may also wish to consult with a family lawyer. Note that Global Affairs Canada cannot provide legal advice.What can be done if there is a risk that the accompanying parent will not bring the child back to Canada?We recommend consulting with a lawyer without delay and proceeding with caution before signing a consent letter. For more information, see our publication International Child Abduction: A guidebook for left-behind parents or consult our Child abduction and custody issues page.Is a consent letter still recommended from a parent who has been denied access rights?A consent letter is not necessary from a parent who has been denied access rights by a court order. We recommend that the accompanying parent who has full/sole custody of the child carry a copy of the court order when travelling abroad.If a court order states that one parent can travel abroad with the child without the consent of the other parent, what documentation is required?We recommend carrying a copy of the court order stating that the other parent’s consent is not needed to travel abroad with the child. Any questions about the wording of the court order should be directed to a family lawyer.Is it possible to write a consent letter without specific travel dates so that it may be used for multiple trips (e.g. if the child travels frequently or the non-accompanying parent is not readily available to sign)?We recommend carrying a letter with specific travel dates (as in the sample consent letter on our website). Doing so may help minimize complications when entering or exiting another country.Consult with a lawyer for information on obtaining a document stating that the child has permission to travel abroad on nonspecific dates.If the accompanying person is not the child’s biological parent (e.g. an adoptive or foster parent) but has custody or guardianship rights, is specific documentation needed for the child to travel abroad?We recommend carrying a copy of a court order stating that the accompanying person is the child’s lawful custodian or guardian. If the child is in temporary care, we recommend carrying a consent letter signed by the appropriate child welfare agency representative granting consent for the child to travel with the accompanying person. Consult with a lawyer or the child welfare agency if in doubt about documentation requirements.Documentation questionsIf the parents are separated or divorced, does the child or accompanying parent need to carry documentation (e.g. a court order or separation agreement) other than a consent letter signed by the non-accompanying parent?In addition to carrying a consent letter, we recommend checking with an embassy or consulate of the destination country in case other documents are required.If the other parent is not in the picture and obtaining a consent letter is impossible, what other documents can be carried?If there is a court order stating that the whereabouts of the other parent are unknown and granting the accompanying parent full/sole custody, we recommend carrying a copy of that document.If a court order has not been issued, we recommend consulting with a lawyer to consider taking legal action.If the other parent was granted access rights by a previous court order, but has not exercised those rights in a long time and is now unreachable, we recommend consulting with a lawyer to consider obtaining an up-to-date court order.In either case, we recommend carrying a copy of the court order.If in doubt, be sure to consult with a lawyer, as each situation is unique.What documents should a child carry when travelling abroad, apart from a Canadian passport and consent letter (if applicable)?Since parents are not identified on a child’s passport, we recommend that the child carry a copy of the long-form (or parental information) birth certificate, which clearly indicates the parents’ names. The long-form birth certificate is not a mandatory travel document, but it may help to establish the relationship between the child and the accompanying parent and/or the parent signing the consent letter.For more information on the long-form birth certificate, contact the government of the province or territory where the child was born.Check with the destination country’s embassy or consulate in Canada regarding additional documentation that may be required, including divorce papers, custody court orders or a death certificate (if one parent is deceased).If the non-accompanying parent is not identified on the child’s long-form birth certificate and does not have access or custody rights, is there any reason for that parent to sign a consent letter?A consent letter is not needed in this case. However, we recommend carrying a copy of the child’s long-form (or parental information) birth certificate when travelling abroad with the custodial parent.If the child travels alone, we recommend carrying a copy of the long-form birth certificate as well as a consent letter signed by the custodial parent.If the child is a naturalized Canadian or permanent resident and immigrated to Canada with only one parent, does the parent who lives abroad need to sign a consent letter?We recommend carrying a consent letter signed by the parent who lives abroad. The signing of the consent letter may be witnessed by anyone who has attained the age of majority (18 or 19, depending on the province or territory of residence), including a consular officer at any Canadian government office abroad (fees apply).If it is impossible to obtain a consent letter from the parent who lives abroad, we recommend carrying a copy of a court order granting full custody to the parent in Canada and stating that the other parent has no rights over the child.If a court order has not been issued, we recommend consulting with a lawyer, as each situation is unique.Other questionsIs there any reason to be concerned if the information requested in the sample consent letter or interactive form is not available or applicable (e.g. passport number, destination address)?The content and format of the child consent letter may be modified to meet your needs. The sample consent letter and interactive form on our website allow you to include information that fits your specific situation or to leave out information that is not available or applicable. However, we recommend including as much detail as possible.We have revised our consent letter resources to serve you better.We welcome your feedback on the new versions at [email protected]. Please note that this address is to receive your comments and suggestions only.Recommended consent letter for children travelling abroad – FAQ - Travel.gc.caRead carefully and visit the website for precisely information.Hope I could help!Make a safe trip.

A 17 year old, unless she is formally emancipated by the court, is still a minor subject to her parents’ control and supervision.The first step in getting a 17 year old and her 1 year-old child to live with you is to obtain written consent in a writing signed and dated by her parents. This consent should include both names and should also describe the length of time and any other factors important to the 17 year-old’s health, education and welfare, and that of her child.Next, your home should be toddler-proofed. Learn how to make an environment safe for a 1+ year-old. Don’t make your parents do this. If you want to offer hospitality to this young mom and her child, it is your responsibility to research risks and do whatever tasks are necessary to remove them. For example, all breakables should be stored in a place they cannot ever be accessed. All bureaus bolted to the wall so they don’t topple over when climbed by an enterprising toddler. All medicine, and dishwasher and washing machine soap should be locked away. These are just examples. There is a ton of work to do even before asking your parents for permission to have guests stay with you. Your home has to be safe.Next, persuade your friend to find a social worker to help her find work, and a place to live which is not temporary.Then, come to your parents alone, but with the consent letter and a list of baby proofing measures you have taken. Here is a sample which needs your own language and facts to flesh it out and make it a persuasive and convincing request:“Mom and Dad, my friend (name) and her 1 year old baby (name) need a place to stay for a month. You raised me to be compassionate and I want to offer our home to them. I need your agreement and I would like you to invite them to stay with us here.“I have her parents’ consent here (hand your parents the signed and dated Consent) and I have done a lot of work to prepare our home to be safe for a toddler of her baby’s age and abilities.“Here is a list of what I have done: (hand your parents the list and any research you printed out about making a home child-safe).“I realize there is a possibility it may be difficult to end the visit after a month. She will be finding alternate housing and has a social worker to help her relocate.”Now wait. Be silent. Please give your parents an opportunity to process your request and then to respond. Listen.They may raise objections. Listen to these. Be respectful and polite.Your parents may accept the idea and invite your friend to stay or they may reject the idea and say they want you all to themselves without adding new people and new challenges into your home.Believe in your parents whatever they decide.Your friend clearly needs to be independent and needs support until she can be independent. It is wonderful of you to want to help. I know that being a support for her is a great start. I wish her, and you, success.

I do not agree with mandatory “Child Support” laws that are punishable by jail time (in some cases).What Is Child Support?Child support is the financial obligation you have to support your child as he or she matures. If you have custody of your child, the courts assume that you fulfill your financial obligation. If your child does not live with you, however, the courts may require that you pay child support to the custodial parent.Most of this scenarios happen in Western countries, while over here, it does happen but from what I see, it is not strictly enforced to the letter.In this scenario let us consider the situation of pregnancy, especially unwanted pregnancy, and point of views from BOTH parties:The woman has the burden of carrying the baby in her for the pregnancy. This is not an easy task. She will need to eat more, watch her health, be more careful, give up on certain activities temporarily, etc not to mention the actual labor and deliveryBecause of that, I do agree that, at the end of the day, it is the woman who should have the final say, if she wants to continue carrying the baby or to abort. The man is free to share his opinion on the matter, but he can not force the woman to either option.But if the man has already made it clear he does not want the baby, does not want to be identified as the father, and does not want to help raised the child etc, he should not be forced to do this.If the woman wants to keep the baby, she can. That is her right. But she has no right to force this man to obligations especially when he has already made it clear in the first place.As far as I know, some places even jail a man for failing to pay mandatory child support. Worse, he still has that debt even after he is released. This seems counter productive to me. This makes it even harder for him to pay up.Some make it sound like a woman gets pregnant is “left abandoned or in a tough situation” if the man walks away. This ignores that she made a decision to have that baby alone. It was her choice. She wasn't stuck. She willingly chose that path.She wants to keep the baby? Okay. SHE wants it, she should fund it herself. He isn't abandoning her. But she can't afford it without child support? That's using the guy to fund her wants. It punishes men while giving women an out.Some women selfishly plan to keep babies while clearly intending to use child support laws to chase the father and slap him with a huge bill that will span 18 years. It allows women to even trick men by lying about birth control. No woman is forced to be a parent.People understand that a woman may not be emotionally or financially ready to parent.The man is called a loser/asshole/shit/etc for feeling that same exact way.Do you think that is fair?I'm not ready.I'm too young.I'm not emotionally stable.I'm not financially stable.A woman saying these things gets sympathy. A man does not. He is condemned and told he knows better. (see below of sample quotes from Quora of some Quorans actually doing this)Again if the woman wants to keep the baby, she can. That is her right. But she has no right to force this man to obligations especially when he has already made it clear in the first place.Some sample scenarios:Man wants the baby, woman wants too. Happy family hopefully.Man wants the baby, woman does not. Woman gets an abortion. Man has no say.Man wants the baby, woman does not. Woman agrees to give birth to the baby but that’s it. Man eventually gets full custody to be a single dad to the child. Woman does not pay a cent.Man does not want the baby, woman does not want too. Everyone should have access to a safe and legal abortion (but this is a different topic).Man does not want the baby, woman wants. Woman gives birth. Man doesn’t mind paying child support. Okay then. (Though I think the woman should allow the man to visit and see the child, and to be introduced as the father, even if he and she are not together)Man does not want the baby, woman wants. Woman gives birth. Man doesn’t not want to pay child support. Man does not pay a cent.I wish the risk could be more balanced. I wish we had new medical innovation that allowed men and women to transfer pregnancies that had no side effects (other than those of pregnancy for the receiver) and was noninvasive. Sadly we don’t.He can urge her to seek an abortion, but ultimately that decision is hers to make. Should she decide to continue the pregnancy and raise the child, and should she or our government attempt to establish him as the legal father, he can be stuck with years of child support payments.One can be a feminist, demand equal rights, and still believe that a system that penalizes men so harshly for an innocent mistake is unjust. By insisting that a man pay hundreds of thousands of dollars over a lifetime for a one-night stand and a broken condom, you are not indicating that you’re considering his plight at all.“However, just as court-ordered child support does not make sense when a woman goes to a sperm bank and obtains sperm from a donor who has not agreed to father the resulting child, it does not make sense when a woman is impregnated (accidentally or possibly by her choice) from sex with a partner who has not agreed to father a child with her. In consenting to sex, neither a man nor a woman gives consent to become a parent, just as in consenting to any activity, one does not consent to yield to all the accidental outcomes that might flow from that activity.”In modern society, not only can women can work and be independent, but they have full control about their reproductive rights. They have the right to use contraception. They have right to have an abortion. So, if impregnation haven't to force any woman to Motherhood, why on earth should it force any man to Fatherhood ?Men SHOULD HAVE reproductive rights.To the woman, if you want to keep the baby, and he doesn’t and you do not have the financial capabilities to raise the child when, then YOU FIND A WAY on your own. You find a better work or lay off some luxuries to prioritize needs. You do not force the man to be a free ATM dumping out extra cash monthly because you wanted the baby but do not have the budget for it.While I am neither a mom or single mom, I do know single moms who were able to raise a well-bred well-mannered child on their own. Some relying only on what their earn at work, some with help from family. But some of these women did not demand a cent from the baby’s father. Even though we do also have “child support laws here”, these women never bothered to report or complain so everyone went with their business. These strong independent women managed to raise and care for their child with 0 from the biological father, except providing half the DNA.To the man, if you want the baby, but the woman does not, deal with it. You can not force her to to go through pregnancy and give birth because you want THAT BABY. If you can not accept it, then break up with her and find another woman who wants to have a baby with you.And if she does agree to give birth to the baby, but give it to you after giving birth for you to raise on your own, and you do not have the financial capabilities to raise the child when, then YOU FIND A WAY on your own. You find a better work or lay off some luxuries to prioritize needs. You do not force the wman to be a free ATM dumping out extra cash monthly because you wanted the baby, and forced her with pregnancy but do not have the budget for it.One of the things that pisses me off a lot here on Quora are comments such as these from Quorans, usually directed to those asking about pregnancy and child support. The attitude and tone in some of these comments and answers really gets on my nerves (to abide to BNBR I will quote only w/out mentioning names).I hate all these remarks about the” benefit of the child”. We fully accept single parent families, divorce and remarriage. Both of these would be preferred over raising a child in an 18 year long custody battle or with one parent resenting them, or being denied the psychological comfort of not be reminded monthly that someone didn’t want them, or issued out with someone else.You are still the biological father and you are still responsible under the law for 1/2 the costs of the child until age 18, so strap in and enjoy the ride. You are about to give up half of what you make for the next two decades, and rightly so.You should also take responsibility for your actions dude! Doesn’t matter how old you are, you fucked up. Now be a man and own up to your actions.But, just so you know, if she decided to keep the kid and sue you for child support that will still be perfectly fine in my book.you must handle the consequences. And unfortunately that is HER body and HER decision.For the men who don’t want baby, they should practice abstinence. For men who are willing to have sex, they better live up to the possible consequences.if he is not willing to support his own flesh and blood then he out to opt for castration, so he won't be able to create any more lives and then blame it on the condom*NOTE:Some people might have misunderstood. I am not asking for Child Support Laws to be removed and that men should be able to bail out ANYTIME.I also know there are some situations that the man should be paying child support.My point is though, right now, just because he is identified as the father in a paternity test, then the woman can demand child support and he has no say, regardless of the circumstances.My answer is because some women are very much capable of using this to their advantage and the man becomes a victim here.If men are capable of saying “I will support you both” then later going back on his word then women are also capable of lying “I will get an abortion if I get pregnant” but later on say “oops I want this baby, so ready yourself because I’m gonna go to court so you will pay half of what you earn for the next 2 decades”