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Practical guides to child support, spousal support, and separation in Canada.

March 29, 2026|7 min read

The Tax Impact of Support Payments in Canada

How child support and spousal support affect your taxes in Canada. Deductibility rules, Net Disposable Income, and what it means for your bottom line.

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March 29, 2026|7 min read

Shared Custody and Child Support: Understanding Section 9

How shared custody (40%+ parenting time) changes child support calculations under the Federal Child Support Guidelines.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Yukon

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Yukon, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Saskatchewan

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Saskatchewan, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Quebec

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Quebec, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Prince Edward Island

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Prince Edward Island, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Ontario

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Ontario, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Nunavut

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Nunavut, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Nova Scotia

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Nova Scotia, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in the Northwest Territories

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in the Northwest Territories, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Newfoundland and Labrador

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Newfoundland and Labrador, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in New Brunswick

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in New Brunswick, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Manitoba

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Manitoba, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in British Columbia

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in British Columbia, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|8 min read

How to File for Divorce in Alberta

A step-by-step guide to filing for divorce in Alberta, including required forms, court fees, timelines, and what to prepare.

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March 29, 2026|10 min read

Comparing Family Law Calculator Tools in Canada

An honest comparison of Amicably, DivorceMate, and other consumer calculators for Canadian family support calculations. Pricing, features, and transparency.

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March 27, 2026|9 min read

What Is Spousal Support and How Long Does It Last?

Understanding the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines (SSAG), how amounts and duration are calculated, and the Rule of 65.

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March 27, 2026|7 min read

Separation Agreement vs Divorce: What's the Difference?

Understanding the difference between a separation agreement and a divorce in Canada, when you need each, and what common-law couples should know.

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March 27, 2026|8 min read

How Much Does a Separation Cost in Canada?

A breakdown of lawyer fees, mediator costs, court filing fees, and affordable alternatives for Canadian separations.

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March 27, 2026|10 min read

How Is Child Support Calculated in Canada?

A practical guide to the Federal Child Support Guidelines, Quebec's BPC model, shared custody adjustments, and section 7 expenses.

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March 27, 2026|9 min read

Common-Law Separation Rights in Canada

What rights you have when a common-law relationship ends in Canada, including child support, spousal support, and property division by province.

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