Educational how-to
How to apply for child support in Ontario
This page is a public educational walkthrough. It is not a retainer, a court form, or a promise about your result.
Confirm which statute applies
Married or formerly married parents usually use the Divorce Act. Unmarried parents often use the Family Law Act.
Use the Child Support Guidelines
Table amounts start from the paying parent’s income.
Choose court, agreement or FRO
An order or filed agreement is what the Family Responsibility Office can usually enforce.
File and serve current family forms
Missed service is a common reason a file stalls.
Official law on this site: family-law.
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