The simplest way to initiate spousal support is by way of a separation agreement under the guidance of a family lawyer. Lawyers use specialized software to calculate spousal support obligations that contemplate both current and future need.
IMM1344 is a form used by the Canadian government to collect information from people who are applying for permanent residence in Canada. The form collects personal information such as name, birth date, address, and education, as well as information about family members.
Government of Canada Spouse Sponsorship Application Forms Checklist Document Checklist IMM5533; Sponsorship Agreement & Government Undertaking IMM 1344; Generic Application form IMM 0008; Country-Specific Generic Application forms are also to be completed; Additional Family Information Form IMM5406;
You must fill out these digital forms online Generic Application Form for Canada (IMM 0008) Schedule A – Background/Declaration (IMM 5669) Additional Family Information (IMM 5406) Supplementary Information - Your travels (IMM 5562)
The amount of support ranges from 1.5 to 2 per cent of the difference between the spouses' gross income amounts for each year of marriage or cohabitation, up to a maximum of 50 percent, (where 50 percent represents an equalization in income).
This form must be completed by: You, as the principal applicant, Your spouse or common-law partner (whether accompanying you to Canada or not), and. Your dependent children aged 18 or over (whether accompanying you to Canada or not).
The principal applicant is responsible for completing the forms on behalf of their dependents who are 18 years of age and older. When asked for documents, please upload a PDF file of the original document to your online application.
Both forms of support are critical in ensuring a fair and equitable resolution following a separation or divorce. There exist two distinct types of spousal support: compensatory and non-compensatory.
You are not legally obligated to support her. If a divorce is filed the court could make alimony retroactive.