High costs often stem from lengthy legal proceedings, disputes over assets and custody, and the need for multiple court appearances. Each of these factors requires more time from legal professionals, thus increasing fees.

As of January 1, 2023, the court fees for all divorce applications in Ontario total $669, payable in two installments: $224 at the time of filing the application and $445 when setting the matter down for a divorce hearing.

The Naked Divorce Self-Filer $489 + HST for a simple (uncontested) divorce in Ontario. A contested divorce costs significantly more due to the complexity and number of claims involved. Therefore, the total cost for a simple divorce in Ontario, including court fees and document preparation costs, is $1,155.