In what circumstances will a court award spousal support to a woman who has been a full-time homemaker for 25 years?
Alberta, Canada
The following excerpt is from Simpson v. Simpson, 2000 ABQB 638 (CanLII):
In Rogers v. Rogers, (unreported, April 15, 1999) (B.C.C.A.), where spousal support was awarded. The marriage had lasted 25 years and the wife had played the role of full-time homemaker and caregiver throughout the marriage. The wife had no skills and had been unsuccessful in entering the work force. Separation Agreement and Court Orders
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