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.

What many homeowners do not realize is that in Ontario, ownership alone does not necessarily give one spouse the unrestricted right to sell, mortgage, or otherwise deal with the family home.

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.