Dealing with Separation and Divorce

The following information and websites will help you understand the legal issues and processes of separation and divorce in Ontario. Before making critical decisions, you should understand your rights and obligations and the services that are available to help you. Using these links, you will be able to find information about issues that may be important to you, including the care and support of your children, support for you or your spouse/partner and the division of your property. You will also find information about how to find a lawyer and resolve legal issues.

This resource is not intended to offer legal advice. For legal advice consult a lawyer.

 Quick Links:

• What You Should Know about Family Law in Ontario - a booklet about family law
• Where Do I Stand? - A Child's Legal Guide to Separation and Divorce
• Divorce Law: Questions and Answers - a booklet offering basic information about the current divorce process in Canada
• Ontario's Child Support Guidelines
• Federal Child Support Guidelines
• Obtaining a Marriage Certificate for a Divorce
• Obtaining a Copy of my Divorce Order
• Changing your Name after Divorce
• Getting Remarried in Ontario after a Divorce