Lewis and Hing

This matter concerned an application by the mother and father regarding their child, K, born in May 2005. The court was required to make orders concerning K's residence, time spent with each parent, and parental responsibility.

The court was tasked with determining the specific arrangements for K's living arrangements and time with each parent, considering the father's shift work and various special occasions. Additionally, the court had to address issues relating to the child's surname, international travel, communication between parents and the child, and the exchange of information regarding K's education and medical care.

Justice Cohen ordered that the mother and father have equal shared parental responsibility for K. The child is to reside with the mother, with detailed provisions outlining the time K will spend with the father, including during school terms, school holidays, and on specific birthdays and public holidays. The orders also specify limitations on telephone contact between the non-resident parent and the child, and importantly, restrain the mother from causing or permitting the child to use the surname Lewis or any variation thereof, mandating that the child's surname be Hing. Further orders address the removal of the child from watch lists, notification of addresses, parental relocation, international travel, and the sharing of information concerning K's health and education.