Effect of action for divorce and termination of marriage
117(1)Where an action for divorce is commenced under the
Divorce Act (Canada), any application for support or custody under this Part that has not been determined is stayed except by leave of the court.
117(2)Where a marriage is terminated by a decree absolute of divorce or a judgment granting a divorce or declared a nullity and the question of support was not judicially determined in the divorce or nullity proceedings, an order for support made under this Part continues in force according to its terms.
1986, c.34, s.2; 1996, c.75, s.11