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Spousal support

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Financial support for a former spouse (partner in a marriage or common-law relationship.


Canada/Federal

When a married couple separates or divorces, the spouse with the higher income sometimes pays money to the spouse with the lower income to balance the financial impact of the divorce so that the outcome is fair. This money is called "spousal support". This resource provides basic explanations about spousal support agreements.
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Spousal support is also known as: alimony