Canada: Family and Matrimonial

Crypto in divorce in Canada presents unique hurdles for couples managing Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets amid separation.

The Ontario Court of Appeal issued several significant rulings during the week of June 8, 2026, addressing municipal licensing powers over short-term rentals, indigenous children's rights in child welfare systems, and the enforceability of domestic contracts in family law matters. These decisions clarify important legal principles regarding municipal jurisdiction, class action certification procedures, and the circumstances under which separation agreements can be set aside.

Canadian census data indicates that blended families are more common than ever, and their numbers are rapidly increasing. It is not unusual for individuals to marry more than once and/or have several common-law relationships.

Crypto in divorce in Canada presents unique hurdles for couples managing Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets amid separation.

Grey divorce—separation after age 50—is becoming increasingly common in Canada, bringing complex legal and financial challenges that differ significantly from traditional divorces. With retirement savings, pension division, and long-term financial stability at stake, understanding your legal rights and options is crucial when navigating a late-life separation.

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Cryptocurrency has become a significant source of wealth for many Canadians. Whether an individual holds Bitcoin as a long-term investment, actively trades digital assets, participates in staking programs, or engages in decentralized finance (DeFi), cryptocurrency can create unique estate planning challenges that do not arise with traditional investments.

This article is part of a new series, Your Questions Answered, in which Ingrid Tsui, partner and leader of our Wills, Estates + Trusts Practice Group, answers your commonly asked questions about various wills...

Canadian census data indicates that blended families are more common than ever, and their numbers are rapidly increasing. It is not unusual for individuals to marry more than once and/or have several common-law relationships.