Many people look forward to receiving an income tax refund each spring.   However, a refund means the taxpayer has overpaid taxes and it may be a sign of lack of tax planning.   In simplistic [...]

The misconception that common law partners have the same rights as married couples is not uncommon. Despite the similarities between common law and married couples, the two relationships are not [...]

After separation, if one spouse remains living in a jointly owned property or matrimonial home for some period of time, while the other spouse pays rent elsewhere, should the occupying spouse pay [...]

A divorce legally ends your marriage and gives you the ability to get re-married. The law to get a divorce is the same across Canada as it falls under the Divorce Act. While the process is not [...]

Bill C-78 has passed the first reading in the House of Commons, ushering in some changes to the Divorce Act, the Family Orders and Agreements Enforcement Assistance Act, and the Garnishment, [...]

Yes, there is a difference between being separated and being divorced. Separation To be separated means one person in the relationship has withdrawn from it, you and your spouse have started [...]

If you are part of a blended family, you should consider how that might impact your estate plan.  You or your spouse may have different priorities and obligations in the event of the death of one [...]

One of the biggest differences between married and unmarried couples relates to the division of property in the event of separation. Along with marriage comes the right to a special regime of [...]

The misconception that common law partners have the same rights and obligations as married couples is not uncommon. Despite the similarities between common law and married couples, the two [...]

As the Court of Appeal has recently emphasized in Priest v. Reilly, determining appeal jurisdiction can be a challenging task. The appropriate appeal route in Ontario depends on many factors, [...]