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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