To end a common-law relationship in Canada, you simply separate and start living apart. However, you may need to resolve issues like spousal support and property division.

There's no formal application to become common law in Ontario. It's based on the duration and nature of your relationship

Common law starts after you've lived together for at least three years or have a child together and are in a relationship of some permanence.

Common law works differently than marriage in Ontario. While you don't have automatic property rights, you may be entitled to spousal support and can make claims to property under certain conditions.

Common law in Ontario refers to a relationship where two people live together in a conjugal relationship without being legally married

To become common law in Ontario, you need to live together in a conjugal relationship for at least three years or have a child together and be in a relationship of some permanence.

You are considered common law in Ontario if you have been living together in a conjugal relationship for at least three years or have a child together and have been in a relationship of some [...]

In Ontario, a common-law spouse is generally not entitled to property division rights like a married spouse. However, they may be entitled to spousal support.