Final Data Report
The Increasing Divorce Rate Since 1970 Reflects Social Progress The rising divorce rate in Canada since 1970 reflects the progress society has made regarding attitudes toward marriage and relationships. Prior to 1968, obtaining a divorce required special legislative approval. However, significant legal reforms paved the way for increased acceptance of divorce. The 1968 Divorce Act established a nationwide system permitting no-fault divorce when marriages broke down irretrievably. Further revisions in 1985 emphasized protecting children's rights and parental responsibilities post-divorce. Collectively, these reforms reduced barriers to divorce by removing requirements to prove fault or misconduct, making dissolution of marriages more accessible. As societal perceptions evolved, divorce became less stigmatized. Canadians changing views coincided with strengthened economic opportunities for women. Employment prospects grew through expansion of the service industry in the 1980s . Sing...