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The Separation Agreement After Divorce is utilized when divorced couples in Canada need to formalize new arrangements or modify existing ones following their divorce. This document is distinct from separation agreements made before divorce, as it specifically addresses post-divorce circumstances and may modify arrangements established in the original divorce decree. It typically includes provisions for property division, financial obligations, support arrangements, and if applicable, updated child custody terms. The agreement must conform to Canadian federal law, including the Divorce Act, as well as provincial/territorial family law legislation. It's particularly useful when circumstances have changed since the divorce, requiring new arrangements, or when certain matters were left unresolved in the divorce judgment. This document serves as a legally binding contract that can be enforced through the courts if necessary.
