Is this legal or is it a scam?
CanDivorce.ca helps you get divorced without the expense of a lawyer. For a fuller answer including the things we do and don't do see this special page

What if I want support payments and custody, and there might be a fight?
You and your spouse must follow the rules of The Divorce Act and the Child Support Guidelines. It is a myth that you need his/her permission for support money or for starting your divorce.

May I ask my own questions?
Send an e-mail and 93% of the time you will get an intelligent one-on-one response from a divorce specialist within an hour or so. But first, read the rest of the FAQ's and download the free reference book. Often people think its a computer doing an auto-response thing; it's a real person tasked to be on call for you.

What are the court costs?
Administration fees payable to the province. Does not include the final Certificate.
British Columbia $312
Alberta $210
Manitoba $155
Saskatchewan $250
Ontario $447
Nova Scotia $234
New Brunswick $100
Prince Edward Island $100

Are there hidden fees?
No, unlike the airlines, or auto retailers, or law firms - CanDivorce.ca does not have hidden fees. None!

How do I serve the papers?
Usually it is not a hurdle. In most provinces you may not serve the papers yourself, some provinces allow a kinder approach, some allow you to mail the forms, hand them to the respondent yourself or have someone do it for you. A a client of Candivorce.ca Inc. you will receive help with the acceptable methods of getting a copy into the hands of your ex-to-be.

Is this method legal?
Yes.

What if he/she is long gone to China or South Africa?
It can be a big legal problem when you don't know his/her address, let alone what country. You can still get divorced - by following the rules of court procedure. There a couple of steps in your way, but it is part of my job to guide you through that process.

What if the papers you provide need amendments?
Things do change; the province can change the rules and its legal forms, your circumstances can change. If you need amendments or even a complete set of new documents all you need to do is let us know and you will receive an update as part of our guarantee. No charge.

How Much child support do I pay?
The federal government has child support guidelines with separate tables for each province. On the surface it looks simple, and it is if you accept that you have little choice.

How do I split pensions?
CPP and private pensions can be seen in the free reference book.

How long does it take?
From start to finish you can expect it to take at least 90 days to get your divorce judgment in hand. Why? Divorce is a legal process which takes that long, and there are no shortcuts.

Is there a waiting period?
It depends on the reason for divorce. If your divorce is based on separation, then you need to be separated for one year. Some courts will permit an earlier filing. If your divorce is based on adultery by the other party, or based on mental or physical cruelty, then there is no waiting period.

Should I agree to attempt a reconciliation?
It's your call. As far as the provincial courts are concerned they prefer for you to make an attempt. In fact, it is the duty of the court to ask you is there is a chance of reconciliation and what, if any, attempts you have made. Both parties must agree to the attempt. You can read the helpful article in the reference book.

What is the benefit to a joint petition?
A joint petition does not mean faster. This question has a longer answer at a special page.

Is my personal information secure?
The information you send us is indeed secure. It's all scrambled and encrypted so that no one else can read it. We at candivorce.ca do not share your information with anyone but you.

Can my spouse refuse a divorce?
If you have been separated for more than 12 months, there are no grounds to oppose a divorce.

What happens if my spouse and I still reside under the one roof?
It is possible to prove separation even if you still live in the same house as long as the three elements of separation are present. The action of separating must involve an open and complete break from the marital relationship and may include:

How are children defined?
"child of the marriage" means a child of two spouses or former spouses who, at the material time, a is under the age of majority and who has not withdrawn from their charge, or b is the age of majority or over and under their charge but unable, by reason of illness, disability or other cause, to withdraw from their charge or to obtain the necessaries of life.

But my children are adults.
Your children may be adults, but most judges expect that they be informed of any children of the marriage, regardless of age, even if there are no claims for the children. So, yes, even if they are in their 30's the names appear on the forms.

How do I deal with property?
Real estate needs the help of a real estate lawyer, see more by downloading the free reference book.

When I "send to a friend" is it secure?
When you use this button, it launches your own e-mail program. It automatically adds your address a subject line (which you can change) and inserts this web address. In accordance with our privacy policy, we do not capture either address. Yes, it is secure. It's all part of maintaining your privacy.

Does my divorce kill my separation agreement?
No. Your divorce legally ends the marriage. Any agreements are still in force until you decide to change them yourself.

What happens if my spouse files an objection?
Please accept that it can happen, even if you are sure that he or she had told you otherwise. A judge will decide if the reply holds water, and rarely a court date be set to hear what she or he has to say.

Can I do it myself?
A DIY divorce is possible only if you have the time and knowledge. You can read straight words about DIY divorce in an article called Do It Yourself.

• It's True. When you hire me to prepare your legal package your divorce goes smoothly and quickly. You make two trips to the court counter. You hand over your completed documents knowing that your papers are correct and in accordance with the Divorce Act and the Child Support Guidelines. The fee to prepare your legal documents and guide you through the system is a modest $249. There are no hidden fees, no taxes, no handling fees, no shipping charges Send your on-line application, it will take only 2 minutes

  
  

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