Reveal the Secrets of Ontario’s Child Support Calculation

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Equivalence Scale Child Support

Equivalence Scale-Based Support Analysis

Primary Parent Payor Parent
Year 2023 2023
Taxable Income $45,000 $85,000
Percent of Family Income 35% 65%
Taxes and Deductions -$5,218 -$21,686
After-tax Income $39,782 $63,314
Government Benefits Not Included in Tax Return $15,163 $488
Subtotal: Funds- After Tax Credits & After-Benefits Income $54,945 $63,802
Guideline Child Support $15,408 -$15,408
Income After-Credits & Benefits and Child Support $70,353 $48,394
Equivalence Scale Child Expenditures -$28,985
Personal Disposable Income $41,368 $48,394
Reconciliation of Child Cost vs. Support Funds
Guideline Child Support Paid by Non-Custodial Parent (Year) $15,408 -$15,408
Children’s Expenditures -$28,985 $0
Subtotal: Net out-of-pocket child cost (see note 1) -$13,577 -$15,408
Other Child-Related Funding
Government Tax Credits $5,218
Government Benefits (CCB GST Rebate) $15,163 $488
After-Tax Credits & Benefits Net out-of-pocket child cost (see note 2) $6,804 -$14,920

Notes:

  • Note 1: The equivalence scale expenses each parent incurs for child-related costs appear to align well with the existing Guidelines, which have been in place since 1997
  • Note 2: After accounting for tax credits and benefits, the primary parent ends up with a surplus of $6,804 after covering their portion of equivalence scale child-related expenses. On the other hand, the parent responsible for making payments finds themselves $14,920 in the red due to child-related costs.It’s worth noting that the Federal Child Support Guidelines from 1997 did not originally factor in government child subsidies.

How Much is Child Support Example

Based on the Child Support Tables, if your gross annual income is $20,000 and you have 2 children, your table amount will be $311. Another easy way to calculate the table amount is to the child support calculator available at the Child Support Lookup. This Lookup is based on the Federal Child Support Guidelines and is simple to use.

1 Child  2 Children  3 Children 
Income Per Year Support Payment Per Month Support Payment Per Month Support Payment Per Month
$20,000 $161 $311 $360
$30,000 $256 $459 $621

Child Support Online Lookup

Child Support – Frequent Questions and Answers

When will a court order no child support?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2024-04-10T16:47:50-04:00

Courts rarely issue orders for no child support. The responsibility to provide child support is almost inescapable unless there’s undeniable proof that the children’s needs are fully met, which is uncommon. Thus, when children are involved, it’s prudent to prepare for child support obligations.

What’s the difference between the federal child support calculator and the provincial one?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T23:50:15-04:00

In Ontario, Canada, child support is regulated by two distinct Acts. If child support claims are part of a divorce process, they fall under the Federal Divorce Act. On the other hand, for couples who were either never married or were married but opt for separation instead of divorce, the Ontario’s Family Law Act is the guiding legislation for child support applications.

How does the Ontario child support calculator 2022 differ from the 2023 version?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T23:51:47-04:00

The Ontario child support calculator 2022 and 2023 are the same as the 2017 version, there have been no updates since 2017.

How has the child support calculator Ontario 2023 changed from previous years?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T23:54:18-04:00

The child support calculator Ontario 2023 has not changed since its last revision in 2017.

Do I have to pay child support even if we were never married or haven’t lived together long enough to be considered common-law partners?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:12:53-04:00

Do I have to pay child support even if we were never married or haven’t lived together long enough to be considered common-law partners?

Will I still owe child support if my ex remarries?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:15:07-04:00

Will I still owe child support if my ex remarries?

What happens if I fail to pay child support?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:16:12-04:00

What happens if I fail to pay child support?

What is the formula for calculating child support?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:17:17-04:00

What is the formula for calculating child support?

Do I declare child support on taxes?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:19:07-04:00

Do I declare child support on taxes?

Can I be compelled to pay child support for a child that is not mine?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:20:22-04:00

Can I be compelled to pay child support for a child that is not mine?

Can child support be avoided with a prenup?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:21:30-04:00

Can child support be avoided with a prenup?

Can I pay my child directly?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:22:59-04:00

Can I pay my child directly?

How should child support be spent?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:24:18-04:00

How should child support be spent?

Are sports included in child support?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:25:27-04:00

Are sports included in child support?

How is self-employed income calculated?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:27:06-04:00

How is self-employed income calculated?

How do I register with the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) for Child Support?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:28:58-04:00

How do I register with the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) for Child Support?

How does the Family Responsibility Office function?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:30:23-04:00

How does the Family Responsibility Office function?

What are the consequences of not paying child support in Ontario?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:32:01-04:00

What are the consequences of not paying child support in Ontario?

Can child support be modified?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:33:40-04:00

Can child support be modified?

How does bankruptcy impact child support?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:35:00-04:00

How does bankruptcy impact child support?

Why am I obligated to pay child support even if I can’t see my child?Ken Maynard CDFA, Acc.FM2023-08-14T19:36:50-04:00

Why am I obligated to pay child support even if I can’t see my child?

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