Dealing With Separation and Divorce - The Legal Issues, Separating and Resolving the Issues Between You (Government of Ontario, Canada)

Dealing With Separation and Divorce

Separating and Resolving the Issues Between You

Separating

When you separate or divorce, there are many decisions that have to be made, including how much support will be paid and who will take care of any children.

The following links provide general information on issues involved with separation and the services that may help you and your family.

What you should know about Family Law in Ontario - a booklet about family law
Family Law Information Centres at the Family Court
Parent Information Sessions at the Family Court
List of municipal Web sites - contact your local municipality for information about social services
Community Information Centres - contact your local community center for information about services and supports
Family Law Act
Children's Law Reform Act
Separation - what is the difference between separation and divorce?

Resolving the Issues

It is up to you and your spouse/partner to decide the best way to resolve the issues between you. A lawyer or a mediator may be able to help you decide what would be best for you. If you and your partner cannot work things out, you may have to go to court and ask the court to decide.

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