The Divorce Act Changes Explained

Miscellaneous

Rules for applications under section 23.1
(Section 25(2)(b.1), Divorce Act)

New section

Paragraph 25(2)(b.1) of the Act is replaced by the following:

(b.1) respecting the application of section 23.1;
Old section

(b.1) respecting the application of section 17.1 in respect of proceedings for a variation order;

What is the change

This amendment authorizes the making of rules for applications under s 23.1 of the Act.

Reason for the change

With the repeal of s 17.1, s 23.1 authorizes orders under the Act to be made on the basis of the submissions of the parties by affidavit or by the use of technology. The numbering in s 25(2)(b.1) is a technical amendment to reflect this change.

When

March 1, 2021.