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How to Equalize CPP Credits on Separation in Alberta

By on April 19, 2018 | Canada Pension Plan

Canada Pension Plan credits are sharable family property.  CPP credits accrue based on your salary, and contributions you make to the Canada Pension Plan over the course of your employment.  Credits are used to determine if you qualify for a CPP pension, and to calculate the amount of the pension you will receive. The legislation…   Continue Reading »

How To Change Your Name in BC

By on April 18, 2018 | Marriage

When a couple is married in British Columbia, they may use one of the following options for their surnames: The surname held immediately before marriage, The surname held at birth or by adoption, or The surname of the spouse. You cannot use a combination of names, or hyphenated names, without making an application under the…   Continue Reading »

I just moved – can I get a divorce?

By on April 17, 2018 | Divorce

There are specific requirements in the Divorce Act (Canada) for a married couple to get a divorce.  If you do not meet these requirements, your divorce application may be delayed. Divorce After Moving in Alberta Section 3 of the Divorce Act requires one of the two spouses to have lived in a province for ‘at…   Continue Reading »

We Offer Flat Rate Divorce Applications

By on April 15, 2018 | Divorce

Our rates: $1,200 plus tax, no children $1,350 plus tax, with children With our flat rates, we offer one price for the result you want – a judgment of Divorce from a Court to end your marriage.  There are no hidden fees, such as disbursements, photocopying charges, or anything else.  Your payment will result with…   Continue Reading »

Calculating Child Support Using Real Income in Alberta

By on April 13, 2018 | Child Support

How is Annual Income Calculated for Child Support in Alberta? It is easy to look at an Income Tax Return from the previous calendar year to see what ‘Total Income’ is reported.  A common mistake is to simply take the Total Income, found at Line 150 of the Income Tax Return, and then apply it…   Continue Reading »

 

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