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CHILD SUPPORT

Child Support in Ontario: Protecting Your Child’s Financial Future

At TMB Law, we understand that child support is not just a legal obligation—it’s a vital part of ensuring your child’s well-being after separation or divorce. Our experienced legal team provides clear, compassionate guidance to help you navigate child support in accordance with Ontario and federal law.

What Is Child Support?

Child support is a financial contribution made by the parent who does not have primary parenting time or decision-making responsibility. It is intended to help cover the child’s living expenses, including housing, food, clothing, education, and medical care. This support is a legal right of the child and is not waivable by either parent.

Understanding the Federal Child Support Guidelines

Child support in Ontario is determined using the Federal Child Support Guidelines, which provide a standardized formula based on:

  • The gross annual income of the paying parent

  • The number of children entitled to support

  • The province or territory where the paying parent resides

This framework ensures fair, predictable, and consistent support across families, reducing conflict and the need for litigation.

 

Adjustments to Support: When Guidelines May Not Fit

While the Guidelines offer a strong foundation, they may not always reflect a family’s unique financial situation. The law allows for deviations in specific circumstances, such as:

  • Shared or split parenting time

  • Children with extraordinary expenses (e.g., private school, medical care, extracurriculars)

  • A payor’s undue hardship

  • High-income earners beyond the guideline thresholds

 

At TMB Law, we assess your circumstances and advocate for appropriate adjustments when justified under the law.

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