Divorcing a Narcissist: How to Protect Yourself Legally
Divorce is always challenging, but when your spouse is a narcissist, the process can become even more difficult, emotionally draining, and legally complex. Narcissists thrive on control, manipulation, and conflict, often making it nearly impossible to reach a fair settlement without a fight. They may use gaslighting, financial abuse, and prolonged legal battles to wear down their spouse, […]
Prenuptial Agreement: Secure Your Future with Legal Protection
Marriage is not just a romantic partnership; it is also a legal and financial union. While couples enter marriage with love and trust, they often overlook the legal and financial consequences if the relationship ends in divorce. A prenuptial agreement, also known as a marriage contract in Ontario, is a legally binding document that outlines how assets, property, debts, […]
Marriage Statistics in Canada
The institution of marriage in Canada has not always been one. Marriage customs and rites among the First Nations and Inuit people differed, although there were some similarities. Women married when they reached puberty. Men were older, choosing wives when they could provide for a family. There was no gender disparity when deciding when and […]
What Does a Domestic Partnership Mean? Legal Rights & Key Differences in Canada
If you and your partner are considering a domestic partnership in Canada, it’s essential to understand its meaning, legal implications, and the rights it grants. A domestic partnership is a legally recognized relationship between two individuals who live together and share a domestic life but aren’t married. This type of partnership applies to both same-sex […]
Prenuptial Agreement in Ontario: What You Need to Know Before Marriage
Marriage is a commitment that blends both emotional and financial aspects of life. While most couples enter marriage with long-term intentions, legal and financial planning is just as important as personal compatibility. In Ontario, prenuptial agreements-also known as marriage contracts-help couples define financial expectations, protect assets, and prevent potential disputes should the relationship end. Although divorce […]
Is My Religious Marriage Recognized By Ontario Family Law?
Religious Marriage and how it affects your legal rights. Many people have been married in a religious context but have not been civilly married. This may cause some people to be deprived of rights that they may have believed themselves to have. Two (or Three) Types Of Spouses Ontario family law recognizes two types of […]
