Child Support
Clear, child-centred agreements aligned with the Federal Child Support Guidelines—focused on fairness, transparency, and your children’s ongoing needs.
Book Free ConsultationWhat Child Support Covers
Transparent, child-centred agreements aligned with the Federal Child Support Guidelines.
Key Topics We Address
- Base table amounts under the Federal Child Support Guidelines
- Income determination (T4s, self-employment, imputed income)
- Shared/split parenting time adjustments
- Add-ons (Section 7 special or extraordinary expenses)
- Start date, arrears, and retroactivity considerations
- Tax treatment and payment method (direct vs. support enforcement)
- Annual disclosure and review dates (income updates)
- Change-in-circumstances and variation clauses
How Mediation Helps
- Neutral, structured conversations focused on children’s needs
- Clarity on calculations and documentation for next steps
- Flexible, workable arrangements (review dates, interim terms)
- Faster and more cost-effective than litigation
- Reduced conflict with practical communication protocols