Divorce can be a difficult process for many couples. On top of the emotional strain it brings, there has to be a division of property and one partner often must provide spousal support for the other.

After a divorce or the end of an adult interdependent relationship (often referred to as common law), one partner often has to pay either child or spousal support. That could result from a court order or an agreement with the ex-partner.

Discussing personal wealth and financial matters can be uncomfortable. To many, these are private matters best kept private.

During the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, Courts in Alberta have altered their operations, policies and procedures with a view to helping to contain or prevent the spread of COVID-19 while maintaining, as much as possible, access to justice.