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Are Gifts Divided in a Nova Scotia Divorce? Complete 2026 Guide to Gift & Inheritance Division

Nova Scotia excludes third-party gifts from divorce division under Section 4(1) of the Matrimonial Property Act—unless used for family benefit. $291 filing fee.

Antonio G. Jimenez, Esq.·14 min read

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Who Gets the Car in a Nova Scotia Divorce? Vehicle Division Guide (2026)

Nova Scotia divides vehicles 50/50 under the Matrimonial Property Act. Learn car valuation, loan responsibility, title transfer, and equalization payment rules.

Antonio G. Jimenez, Esq.·13 min read

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How Is Property Divided in a Nova Scotia Divorce? Complete 2026 Guide to Matrimonial Assets

Nova Scotia uses 50/50 equal division of matrimonial assets under the Matrimonial Property Act. Filing costs $218.05-$320.30. Learn division rules for 2026.

Antonio G. Jimenez, Esq.·15 min read

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Who Gets the Pets in a Nova Scotia Divorce? Pet Custody Laws in 2026

Nova Scotia treats pets as property under the Matrimonial Property Act. Filing fee: $291.55. Learn how courts decide pet ownership in divorce using the MacDonald v. Pearl factors.

Antonio G. Jimenez, Esq.·18 min read

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