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Overview of Ontario’s Requirements for Filing an Uncontested Divorce

In Ontario, uncontested divorce eligibility hinges on several factors. Primarily, one of the spouses must have been a resident in Ontario for at least one year prior to filing. Additionally, there must be a demonstrable period of separation, typically a minimum of one year, regardless of whether the spouses are living under the same roof. In cases involving cruelty or adultery, the separation period may be waived, but these grounds require proof and are rarely used in uncontested divorces, which aim to resolve matters amicably.