Divorce 101 FAQs Jurisdiction

Can same sex couples that are unable to divorce in their home jurisdiction be granted a divorce in Ontario?

On June 26, 2013, Bill C-32, an Act to Amend the Civil Marriage Act (also known as the Civil Marriage of Non-residents act) was given royal assent and became law. It allows same-sex couples to divorce, even if they are unable to be granted a divorce in their home jurisdiction – as long as the marriage was valid in the jurisdiction in which the marriage took place.

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Russell Alexander

Russell Alexander is the Founder & Senior Partner of Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers.