Couple and family - Leaflets and brochures
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Marriage and civil union
Marriage and civil union
Are you planning to get married or to form a civil union?
This leaflet summarizes all the information you will need to make your decision, and specifies the conditions and effects of each option.
Officiants
Have you been asked by a close family member to officiate at their marriage or civil union?
This leaflet will help you understand your role and duties.
Family patrimony
If you are married or in a civil union, you have a family patrimony. Do you know what a family patrimony is, and what property it contains?
This leaflet explains the notion of family patrimony and specifies what will happen to it if you decide to separate.
De facto union
De facto spouses
If you are living in a de facto union with your partner, do you know what its effects are?
This leaflet explains your rights and duties.
Parenthood
Filiation
Various rights and duties are associated with being a parent, whatever your link to your child. How can you prove that you are a child’s father or mother?
This leaflet explains the notion of filiation: types of filiation, proof, and related responsibilities. (In French)
Separation and divorce
Separation, divorce and dissolution of a civil union
If you wish to end your relationship, this leaflet provides all the necessary information about separation. In particular, it explains how to apply for a divorce or the dissolution of a civil union. (In French)
The Québec model for the determination of child support payments
Do you want to request a support payment for your children? This guide will help you calculate the amount of support to which you are entitled.
Application for exemption under section 3 of the Act to facilitate the payment of support
Would you prefer to make support payments directly to your ex-spouse? This guide will help you prepare a joint application for exemption.
Mental health
Justice, mental disorder and assessment of danger
Do you know what to do if a close relative has a mental disorder, such as suicidal thoughts or signs of schizophrenia?
This leaflet gives you the information you will need to take action.