How do Section 7 expenses differ from basic child support?

Section 7 expenses cover extraordinary costs beyond basic child support's everyday necessities Section 7 expenses are special cost-sharing arrangements between parents that go beyond regular child support payments. While basic child support covers fundamental needs, Section 7 addresses specific additional expenses. Common Section 7 expenses include: Healthcare costs not covered by insurance Post-secondary education expenses Private school tuition and supplies Childcare necessary for work or education Extracurricular activities and sports programs Special needs support and therapy Unlike basic support, these expenses are typically shared proportionally based on both parents' incomes. Parents must usually agree on Section 7 expenses in advance and provide documentation to support claims.

"Section 7 Expenses: Beyond Basic Child Support Costs"

Section 7 expenses cover extraordinary costs beyond basic child support’s everyday necessities

Section 7 expenses are special cost-sharing arrangements between parents that go beyond regular child support payments. While basic child support covers fundamental needs, Section 7 addresses specific additional expenses.

Common Section 7 expenses include:

Healthcare costs not covered by insurance
Post-secondary education expenses
Private school tuition and supplies
Childcare necessary for work or education
Extracurricular activities and sports programs
Special needs support and therapy

Unlike basic support, these expenses are typically shared proportionally based on both parents’ incomes. Parents must usually agree on Section 7 expenses in advance and provide documentation to support claims.