4. Learn about how to get spousal support
Beware of scams
People have been getting phone calls with a pre-recorded message telling them their Ontario Works account has been deleted.
This is a scam to trick you into sharing your personal information. If you get a call like that, hang up the phone. You can report these calls to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
Question & Answer
Can I get spousal support and money from OW?If you and your partner agree
Some people can agree about spousal support without talking to a lawyer.
But it's still a good idea for:
- one of them to get a lawyer to put the agreement in writing, and
- the other person to get a different lawyer to check it.
That way each person can make sure that the agreement:
- means what they want it to mean
- protects their rights
If you and your partner don’t agree
If the two of you can’t agree about spousal support, you have 2 options. You can:
- ask a family law professional to help you
- go to court and ask a judge to decide
Family law professionals are people who are trained to work with both of you so you can avoid going to court. They can either help you make an agreement or make a decision for you. Sometimes this is called alternative dispute resolution.
