I live in Ontario/Canada
2006-07-06 11:01:57 · 34 answers · asked by Lynda T 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
I live in Ontario, Canada and have a full-time job.
2006-07-07 03:11:20 · update #1
Chances are you just missed the signs leading up to this?
2006-07-06 11:04:35 · answer #1 · answered by bones54 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't know what the law is in Canada, but here in California, if you've lived with someone paying any kind of rent/retribution for more than 6 months you are entitled to a 30-day eviction notice. I'd contact an attorney and ask them.
2006-07-06 11:08:02 · answer #2 · answered by Annie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also live in Ontario, and I was wondering the same question...I've lived with my boyfriend for over 3 years but we've never made it official that we're common-law. The law does saw that you're common-law if you've been living together a year. I think it depends how long you've been living with him and whether you had some sort of agreement about shared expenses and if you owned anything together.....Good question though!
2006-07-06 11:04:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, but I don't think you have many rights since you guys weren't married. For a union to be considered as a common law marriage in the U.S. the couple has to be living together for at least 7 years and even then, the individuals aren't completely protected. If you bought property together or paid utility bills and you can prove it, you might get some compensation.
2006-07-06 11:07:01 · answer #4 · answered by Peace2All 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Likely, there were warnings. I think that you may just not have seen or recognized them.
If he was rude or abrupt with you....
If he was inconsiderate of your needs....
If he cut you off mid-thought or mid-sentence....
If he was not as emotional or attentive during sex....
If he for got your birthday, anniversary, Valentine's Day, or Christmas......
If he called you by another name.....
If he lost his temper with you, and it was out of the ordinary......
If you have suspected him of cheating on you.....
If he has been witholding sex from you.......
If he has been staying away or keeping later hours....
If he has been changing his grooming routine........
If he has been showering after he comes home.......
If he has begun using condoms, when he hasn't before....
...........then he has been giving you warnings.
Now, I don't necessarily mean that all of these conditions have to be met; just a combination of them. For most women astute to their men's routines, just one is indicative of a problem.
Now, as far as your rights go, it depends on whether you are purporting that you were in a commonlaw or "de facto" relationship with your former mate. If you are, then you have some legal remedy.
If you are not, and were only boyfriend and girlfriend who also shared a residence, your rights are much more limited. No doubt, the possessions that you took into the household are yours. However, relative to anyhting beyond that, you need to seek legal advise for further redress.
You might also check the links below, in addition to this one: http://www.unmarried.org/legalres.html
Before you enter into another cohabitative relationship, there are precautions that you should definitely take. Don't get yourself caught unawares or with the short end of the stick, next time.
Good luck!
2006-07-06 11:45:08 · answer #5 · answered by Ancespiration 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, tenant rights are very few in Canada. Since you have already been kicked out, you don't have any right to go back to live, but you do have the right to retrieve your belongings. Make a list and take it to the local constable. He/she will accompany you to the residence so you can get your stuff.
2006-07-06 11:08:13 · answer #6 · answered by smartsassysabrina 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, if you are not leagally married or haven't signed a lease with him, your SOL. When you are in a relationship no matter how secure you feel, you have to cover your own back. There's nothing you can do except leave. This is a blessing in disguse. Now you know what he's really like. My prayers are with you, I wish you the best of luck!
2006-07-06 11:07:44 · answer #7 · answered by Lee Ann M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have the right for a thirty day notice so if you call the police they can let u back in ubtil he gets an authorize eviction notice giving u 3o days. Call the law department n they will second that.
2006-07-06 11:04:25 · answer #8 · answered by leenabootie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://atlas.nrcan.gc.ca/site/english/maps/peopleandsociety/family/family1996/familystructure/1
http://atlas.nrcan.gc.ca/site/english/maps/peopleandsociety/family/dataandmappingnotes.html#familypersons
It all comes down to the length of time required for you two to
live together BEFORE your considered "married" and I have
no idea what Ontario considers a proper length. Arkansas
requires 6 years in the U.S., while Oklahoma requires 6 months
(so be careful there guys!) lol.
Good luck and I'd ask around.
2006-07-06 11:12:37 · answer #9 · answered by AdamKadmon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you pay half the rent/mortgage you are entitled to at least a 30 day notice. If you don't share in the expense then legally you have no rights.
2006-07-06 11:03:59 · answer #10 · answered by Eli 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont know about canada but here u have the same rights as if u were married u dont have to leave ask an attorney
2006-07-06 11:07:59 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋