Sunset Clauses in Prenuptial Agreements in Nova Scotia: Complete 2026 Guide

At a Glance

Residency requirement:

To file for divorce in Nova Scotia, at least one spouse must have been ordinarily resident in the province for at least one year immediately before the divorce proceeding is commenced, as required by section 3(1) of the Divorce Act. There is no additional county or municipal residency requirement. If you recently moved to Nova Scotia and have not yet lived here for one year, your spouse may be able to file in the province where they meet the residency requirement.

Filing fee:

$218–$320

Waiting period:

Child support in Nova Scotia is calculated using the Federal Child Support Guidelines, which provide tables based on the paying parent's gross annual income and the number of children. The table amount sets the base level of support, and parents may also be required to contribute proportionally to special or extraordinary expenses such as childcare, medical expenses, and extracurricular activities. In shared parenting situations (where each parent has the child at least 40% of the time), the calculation may be adjusted using a set-off approach.

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