Property Division Wizard (Ontario)

Generally, most property and debts acquired during the relationship — homes, vehicles, investments, pensions and more — are part of the picture. See Property Division for a full overview.

Not exactly. Married spouses generally go through an equalization process, which usually results in each spouse ending up with an equal share of the value of property gained during the marriage — but this isn't a simple 50/50 split of every individual item.

No — this wizard only helps organize information and next steps. For a numeric estimate, use the Divorce Asset Division Calculator.

Certain property can be excluded from equalization, such as gifts or inheritances received during the marriage and kept separate, or property owned before the marriage (with some exceptions). See Gifts and Inheritances.

Yes. The matrimonial home generally does not qualify for the usual "owned before the marriage" exclusion, and both spouses often have rights to it regardless of whose name is on title. See The Matrimonial Home.

This is a serious concern that can affect property division. See Hidden Assets for how this is generally approached, and consider speaking with a lawyer.

No. Common-law partners are generally not covered by the same equalization framework as married spouses. See the Common-Law Rights Calculator instead.

Debts acquired during the relationship, such as a mortgage, credit cards, or loans, are generally factored into the property division picture. See Family Debts.

Yes — many couples resolve property division through a negotiated separation agreement rather than a court case. See Separation Agreements.

Use your organized summary as a starting point for discussion with the other party, a mediator, or a lawyer. For the numbers, try the Divorce Asset Division Calculator next.