Financial documents required include tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, and records of all assets and debts
A complete divorce filing in Canada requires comprehensive financial documentation to ensure fair division of assets and support arrangements. Essential financial documents include:
- Last three years of tax returns and notices of assessment
- Recent pay stubs and employment records
- Bank statements from all accounts (past 12 months)
- Mortgage and property documentation
- Investment and retirement account statements
- Credit card and loan statements
- List of valuable personal property
- Business ownership documentation (if applicable)
These documents support the completion of Form 13.1: Financial Statement, which is a mandatory requirement for divorce proceedings involving support or property claims in most Canadian provinces.