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Couples in a de facto
union
Spouses who are living together in a de facto union, without being married or in a civil union, do not benefit from the provisions of the Civil Code of Québec that apply to the family patrimony.
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Married or couples in a civil
union
Understanding divorce, dissolution of a civil union or de facto separation.
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Children: a joint responsibility upon
separation
Both parents have rights and duties concerning the education, supervision and maintenance of their children. They hold parental authority regardless of their union.
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Family
mediation
The family mediation program allows couples with dependent children, whether or not they are married, to receive a number of free sessions with a professional mediator.
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Family law services provided by legal aid
offices
Following a legal separation, a divorce or the dissolution of a civil union, one former spouse may be required to pay support to the other former spouse.
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Modify child custody and support
payments
Modify elements of your judgment, such as child support, child custody and access rights at a lower cost.
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Reciprocal enforcement of a support order following a Canadian
divorce
Obtain, vary, rescind or suspend a support order following a Canadian divorce if you do not live in Québec.
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When a couple
separates
This guide provides you information on separation, divorce, family mediation, custody and support payments.
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Last update: February 26, 2026
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