How Divorce Affects Your Credit Score in Northwest Territories (2026 Guide)

At a Glance

Residency requirement:

To file for divorce in the Northwest Territories, either you or your spouse must have been ordinarily resident in the NWT for at least one year immediately before filing the divorce application. This is a requirement of section 3(1) of the federal Divorce Act. There is no additional community-level residency requirement.

Filing fee:

$157–$210

Waiting period:

Child support in the Northwest Territories is calculated according to the Federal Child Support Guidelines (SOR/97-175), which apply to married parents divorcing under the Divorce Act, and also to unmarried parents under territorial law. The guidelines use the paying parent's gross annual income and the number of children to determine a base monthly amount from standardized tables. Additional amounts (called 'section 7 expenses') may be added for special or extraordinary expenses such as childcare, health care, and extracurricular activities.

As of April 2026. Reviewed every 3 months. Verify with your local clerk's office.