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===I’m in a common-law relationship. Can I adopt my spouse’s child?=== | ===I’m in a common-law relationship. Can I adopt my spouse’s child?=== | ||
You can apply to adopt a child in BC if you are 19 years or older and live in BC. You don't need to be married to adopt. You can apply to adopt if you're single or in an opposite-sex or same-sex relationship. For more on adoption, [[Adoption|see our information on adoption]] and [[Adoption Registries|adoption registries]]. | You can apply to adopt a child in BC if you are 19 years or older and live in BC. You don't need to be married to adopt. You can apply to adopt if you're single or in an opposite-sex or same-sex relationship. For more on adoption, [[Adoption of a Child|see our information on adoption]] and [[Adoption Registries|adoption registries]]. | ||
===My ex-partner is abusive. What if I’m concerned for my child’s safety?=== | ===My ex-partner is abusive. What if I’m concerned for my child’s safety?=== | ||
