On a motion for temporary spousal support following a 32-year marriage, the court held the moving party established a prima facie entitlement to support based on need arising from reduced earning capacity linked to health issues.
The court accepted that the responding party had ability to pay, while adjusting income and taking into account uncontroverted payments toward joint family debt.
Using the SSAG ranges as a guide for interim relief, the court ordered a without-prejudice holding order of $1,000 per month effective June 1, 2022, pending further order.
Costs were fixed in favour of the moving party.
