Ontario courts have recognized that spouses can be living separate and apart even if they remain under the same roof, especially where they do so for financial or practical reasons.

When parents separate, children should never be placed in the middle of the conflict. Unfortunately, in some cases, one parent may deliberately or unintentionally influence a child to reject the other parent. This is commonly referred to as parental alienation.

Depending on your circumstances, you may need to pay or receive support.

If you're considering a separation or divorce in Ontario, Canada, one of the legal tools you may want to consider is a separation agreement.

Understand the legal process before you begin Divorce and Separation...

Separation and or Divorce can be a mentally draining process