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How do I get a divorce in Ontario?
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Answer three questions and get the exact court forms, fees and steps for your divorce application.
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What you will fill in
- Do you both agree to the divorce?
- Do you have children under 18 (or older children still dependent)?
- Have you lived apart for at least one year?
Good to know
- Forms are free at ontariocourtforms.on.ca. You can file online through the Ontario Courts Justice Services Online portal.
- Fees can be waived if you have a low income (ask for a fee waiver).
- A divorce ends the marriage only. Settle support and property first (our Separation Agreement), or ask the court in a contested case.
Help in your language
Every question comes with help like this. For example, “Do you both agree to the divorce?”:
English: Choose one.
اردو: ایک چنیں۔
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ: ਇੱਕ ਚੁਣੋ।
हिन्दी: एक चुनें।
Français: Choisissez-en une.
Questions people ask
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Yes. The finished document is in English, but every question has plain help in English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi and French, and you can speak your answers.
Do I need a lawyer?
Many people use this document on their own. If your situation is complicated, or a lot of money or your home is involved, talk to a lawyer or licensed paralegal. In Ontario, the Law Society Referral Service (findlegalhelp.ca) gives a free 30-minute consultation.
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