Cost breakdown:  

For an uncontested divorce, the court fees are generally $669 in Ontario, payable in two installments: an initial $224 when filing, followed by $445 later. If additional services are required, such as hiring a lawyer, mediation, or arbitration, the costs can increase. Contested divorces, which require court intervention, can significantly raise expenses to $15,000 to over $35,000 due to legal fees and prolonged proceedings.