This is a matter of personal preferences. Some spouses’ religious or personal beliefs may forbid them from divorce and so they opt for a legal separation that may allow them to remain married but living [...]

In a legal separation, spouses can move on independently from their marriage without having to go through the divorce process. The legal separation allows spouses to provide health care benefits, social security benefits, tax benefits, [...]

If you and your spouse are living apart without being legally separated, then you may merely be separated. This means that your period of living apart may not count towards an eventual divorce. Also, you [...]

There’s no straight answer to this question. Dating while legally separated may lead to complications if you choose to get a divorce. Your spouse could raise claims of adultery on that fact. However, if you [...]

Definitely. Even though the law uses the term “separate and apart”, you can live separate and apart under the same roof. Many couples already do this to financially support housing and living costs and their [...]

At its most basic, legal separation does not cost you or your spouse anything. There is no legal process involved in deciding to legally separate. You and your spouse can do this on your own. [...]

What about filing for separation in Ontario? There is no need or requirement to file for separation, nor do you for apply for separation meaning there are no court forms to fill out, however you [...]

The main difference between being divorced and legally separated is that divorce legally ends the marriage, while separation allows the couple to remain legally married but live apart.

Yes, in Canada, 'separated' is a legal marital status. It requires the couple to live separately for at least one year before they can file for divorce.

Separation can be beneficial for a marriage as it provides space for personal growth and reevaluation of the relationship. It can serve as a period of reflection and sometimes leads to reconciliation.