"Spousal support" is the money that one spouse may have to pay to the other spouse for their financial support following a separation or divorce. Spousal support (also known as alimony) is a court ordered payment from one spouse or domestic partner to help cover the other's monthly expenses.Summary: The information in this handbook covers processes that were previously detailed in the General Assistance. There are three ways to set up spousal support: You can set up spousal support through a separation agreement without needing to go to court. Individuals who pay spousal support use this form to register their court order or agreement for tax purposes. We can handle child support and spousal support. In Canada, there are no such guidelines: a judge decides whether or not spousal support should be paid, as well as the amount and duration. AlAnon is a mutual support group. Everyone at the meeting shares as an equal. The fastest, easiest way to order an appraisal is to simply pick up the phone and give us a ring.