Yes. A cohabitation agreement is legally enforceable in Ontario under the Family Law Act if it is properly executed. It must be in writing, signed by both partners, and witnessed, and both parties should receive independent legal advice before signing. Courts will...
A cohabitation agreement provides financial certainty, legal protection, and peace of mind for common-law partners. Without one, Ontario’s Family Law Act does not guarantee equal property division if the relationship ends—meaning one partner could lose significant...
A cohabitation agreement is a legally binding contract between two unmarried partners who live together or plan to live together. It sets out each partner’s rights and responsibilities during the relationship and in the event of separation or death. These agreements...
