Ontario Spousal Support: Why SSAG Is Not Mandatory and Imputed Income Matters
May 2, 2026
Markham is home to one of the largest Chinese-Canadian communities in Ontario, and the family law issues my clients bring me here are distinct from what a downtown Toronto practice typically sees. Many involve cross-border assets — property in China, parent contributions to Canadian down payments, joint accounts split across two countries. Many involve cultural expectations that do not map neatly onto Ontario's family law framework.
I practise from a Markham office at 7050 Woodbine Avenue, serving clients throughout York Region, Toronto, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, and the broader GTA. My practice focuses on family law only — divorce, property division, child custody, spousal and child support, prenuptial and separation agreements, and cross-border matters between Canada and China.
The articles below address the situations I see most frequently in Markham: matrimonial home disputes, high-asset equalizations, parent down payment claims, custody disputes between parents with family in different countries, and what to look for when choosing a family lawyer.
For an initial consultation at the Markham office (30 minutes, $220 + HST), call **647-930-6688**. I am Miao He, dual-licensed in Ontario and China, Law Society of Ontario #83315K.
Miao He · Mandarin & English · 647-930-6688
Ontario Spousal Support: Why SSAG Is Not Mandatory and Imputed Income Matters
May 2, 2026
Imputed Income and Spousal Support in Ontario: Ability to Pay Beyond the T4
May 1, 2026
Child & Spousal Support: Why Ontario Differs from China
May 1, 2026
Mistakes People Make About Ontario Divorce: Separation, Support, and Parenting Time
April 30, 2026
Ontario Has No-Fault Divorce — Does Domestic Violence Still Affect the Outcome?
April 26, 2026
Restraining Orders in Ontario: Emergency Legal Protection for Chinese Families Facing Domestic Violence
April 24, 2026
How to Choose a Good Markham Family Lawyer: Someone Who Hears You—and Protects What Matters
April 21, 2026
Separation vs. Divorce in Canada: Key Legal Differences
April 19, 2026
WeChat, Bank Screenshots & Recordings as Evidence in Ontario Family Court
April 18, 2026
China–Canada Divorce Judgments: Recognition & Strategy
April 18, 2026
Chinese-Canadian Divorce and Property Division: Parent Gifts vs. Loans, Trusts, and Ontario Case Law
April 17, 2026
Toronto Divorce Lawyer Fees Explained: From About $3,000 to $30,000 — What You Are Actually Paying For
April 17, 2026
How to Choose the Best Chinese Divorce Lawyer in Toronto
April 17, 2026
Ontario Family Law: Why the 'Standard' Roadmap Is Not Enough — How Toronto, Newmarket, Ottawa & North Bay Courts Actually Differ
April 16, 2026
Child Custody and Parenting Time in Ontario: A Practical Guide
April 11, 2026
My Child Has Been Taken to China: What Can I Do?
April 11, 2026
Common-Law Relationships vs. Marriage in Ontario: Key Legal Differences
April 11, 2026
When Will a Court Order the Other Party to Pay Your Legal Costs in Ontario?
April 11, 2026
Dividing Assets Between Canada and China in an Ontario Divorce
April 11, 2026
What Happens If Your Spouse Doesn't Respond to Your Ontario Divorce Application?
April 11, 2026
What Happens If Your Spouse Wastes or Hides Assets During a Divorce?
April 11, 2026
Chinese Marriage Law as Evidence in Ontario Courts: The Role of an Expert Witness
April 11, 2026
High-Net-Worth Divorce in Ontario: Key Issues and Strategies
April 11, 2026
Imputed Income and Child Support in Ontario: What You Need to Know
April 11, 2026
Understanding Net Family Property (NFP) in Ontario
April 11, 2026
Can New Immigrants Get Divorced in Ontario?
April 11, 2026
How Is Property Divided in an Ontario Divorce?
April 11, 2026
How Long Does a Divorce Take in Ontario? (2026 Guide)
April 11, 2026
Prenuptial Agreements in Ontario (2026): What You Need to Know
April 11, 2026
Is Your Marriage Contract Valid? What Ontario Courts Look For
April 11, 2026
Can a Separation Agreement Be Overturned in Ontario?
April 11, 2026
Separation Agreement vs. Divorce in Ontario: What's the Difference?
April 11, 2026
Separation Date vs. Divorce Date in Ontario: Why the Difference Matters
April 11, 2026
Spousal Support and Child Support in Ontario: How Are They Calculated?
April 11, 2026
30 min · $220+HST · Mandarin & English · Markham · Serving Ontario