Ontario Agreement Guide
Ontario Separation Agreement
A separation agreement records how two people will handle parenting, support, property, debts, disclosure, and signing after separation. In Ontario, a clear written agreement can prevent confusion and give each party a practical path forward.
Quick answer
Learn what an Ontario separation agreement includes, when it is used, and how OurSeparation helps you build a structured agreement online.
What an Ontario separation agreement covers
Most agreements cover the date of separation, children, parenting time, decision-making responsibility, child support, section 7 expenses, spousal support, property division, debts, financial disclosure, insurance, dispute resolution, and signatures.
When people use one
People use a separation agreement when they have separated and want a written plan before divorce, mediation, independent legal advice, refinancing, moving homes, or finalizing support arrangements.
What to prepare before starting
Have full legal names, relationship dates, children’s details, income documents, recent tax returns, Notices of Assessment, pay stubs, and a rough list of assets and debts. You can still start with partial information and complete the agreement over time.
How OurSeparation helps
OurSeparation turns the agreement into guided sections, links support calculations to the document, keeps schedules and disclosure organized, and exports a formatted PDF for review and signing.
Common questions
Can I write my own separation agreement in Ontario?
Yes. Ontario parties can prepare their own separation agreement, but each party should consider independent legal advice before signing so they understand the rights and obligations in the document.
Is a separation agreement legally binding in Ontario?
A properly signed separation agreement can be legally binding in Ontario. Full financial disclosure, informed consent, and independent legal advice make the agreement stronger.
Do I need to be divorced first?
No. A separation agreement is commonly prepared before divorce. Divorce is a separate court process that legally ends the marriage.
Build your Ontario separation agreement online
Estimate support, organize parenting and property terms, and export a formatted agreement for review.