They help calculate appropriate spousal support amounts, whether for court orders or for outofcourt settlements and agreements. Be prepared to take several days or weeks to gather up the information that you need, and several hours to fill in your paperwork properly.You can set up spousal support through a separation agreement without needing to go to court. It is sometimes called alimony or maintenance. Instructions. All support order applications require that you complete either Form A.3 (Support Application) if you do not already. This Alberta government webpage provides information on how to apply to change an agreement or court order for spousal and partner support. Individuals who pay spousal support use this form to register their court order or agreement for tax purposes. To register you will need to fill out a Registration form. You can get a Registration form from the MEO or from a Court of King's Bench. (Complete only if you are asking for a change in spousal support.).