Following the breakdown of a 13‑year common‑law relationship, the applicant sought spousal support and a monetary remedy based on unjust enrichment.
The court found entitlement to spousal support on a non‑compensatory basis under ss. 30 and 33 of the Family Law Act due to economic dependency and hardship following separation.
Applying the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines, the court awarded retroactive and ongoing support, including a lump‑sum payment reflecting discounted retroactive amounts and ongoing monthly support for a limited duration.
The court also examined the claim for unjust enrichment using the joint family venture framework from Kerr v. Baranow but concluded the distribution of wealth between the parties was not inappropriately disproportionate.
As a result, no property remedy was granted.
