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Divorce

Divorce

This Fact Sheet provides general information about getting a divorce in Canada under the federal Divorce Act. This Act applies when at least one spouse has resided in a Canadian province or territory for at least one year before they apply for a divorce.

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produced by
Canada Department of Justice
produced in
2017
last reviewed
September 2018 i Last date reviewed by a qualified expert to ensure content up-to-date. See "Tips" in Clicklaw content criteria (bottom of pageside menu) for details.
 

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French (web)


resource type
basics
tags
divorce, divorce act, separation, divorcing, divorced, getting a divorce
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