The end of a relationship often brings financial uncertainty. One household becomes two, expenses increase, and both partners must adjust to a new reality. For many couples, spousal support becomes one of the central issues to resolve during separation or divorce.

No matter how solid your relationship, disagreements are bound to occur. And that is normal. However, when problems become more frequent and there are signs that they are forming a pattern, it may be indicative of something more serious.

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.