If you separate or divorce, you must contact us to inform us of your change in situation, as it will affect the advance payments of the tax credits you are entitled to and the amounts paid under the social programs you benefit from.

If you separate, you must wait 90 days before informing us of your change in situation. This is because a separation of less than 90 days does not change your marital status for income tax purposes.

Updating your information

My Account

Make sure you update your personal information in My Account for individuals, if your address or direct deposit information changes as a result of your separation or divorce. This will help us make sure you get any refunds you are entitled to.

Income tax return

If you separate or divorce, you must specify this when filing your income tax return. You must state your situation on December 31, as one of the following:

• you did not have a spouse;
• you had a spouse.

If your marital status has changed since filing your last income tax return, you must also enter the date of the change.

Support payments

If you pay or receive support payments, see the following pages for more information:

• Support-Payment Collection Program
• Deductions Respecting Support Payments

Tax credits

To learn about the tax credits you may be entitled to if you are separating or getting a divorce, see:

• Tax Credit for Childcare Expenses
• Tax Credit for Home-Support Services for Seniors
• Solidarity Tax Credit
• Work Premium Tax Credits