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Parents in Calgary see this spot the moment they get their child support result. One firm per city.
What parents in Calgary pay
Monthly amounts from the Alberta table. These are the same across Alberta; tap an income for the full breakdown.
| Yearly income | 1 child | 2 children | 3 children | 4 children |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $297 | $572 | $792 | $972 |
| $50,000 | $403 | $728 | $987 | $1,200 |
| $60,000 | $495 | $871 | $1,172 | $1,418 |
| $75,000 | $637 | $1,091 | $1,455 | $1,752 |
| $90,000 | $781 | $1,316 | $1,744 | $2,094 |
| $100,000 | $878 | $1,466 | $1,937 | $2,322 |
| $125,000 | $1,106 | $1,821 | $2,393 | $2,861 |
| $150,000 | $1,326 | $2,163 | $2,833 | $3,381 |
Where family cases are heard in Calgary
Free and low-cost help in Calgary
- Alberta Family Mediation Program (free if one parent earns $60,000 or less), Suite 706-S, Calgary Courts Centre
- Alberta: free help preparing court forms
- Legal Aid Alberta: Family Law
The rules that apply in Calgary
If you are divorcing, child support comes from the federal Divorce Act and the Federal Child Support Guidelines. If you were never married, or are separated but not divorcing, it comes from the Family Law Act, S.A. 2003, c. F-4.5. Once there is an order or agreement, the Maintenance Enforcement Program can collect and enforce payments. To update support without going to court, Alberta offers: Child Support Recalculation Program.
Read the full Alberta child support guide, including the table for every income and how the number of children changes the amount.
Common questions in Calgary
Does Calgary have its own child support amounts?
No. Child support in Calgary uses the official Alberta table from the Federal Child Support Guidelines, the same as everywhere else in Alberta. What matters is where the paying parent lives, their gross income and the number of children.
How much is child support in Calgary for one child?
Under the Alberta table, a parent earning $50,000 pays about $403 a month for one child, $495 on $60,000 and $878 on $100,000.
Which court handles child support in Calgary?
Family cases in Calgary are heard at the Calgary Courts Centre, 601 5 St. SW, Calgary, AB T2P 5P7.
Where can I get free family law help in Calgary?
Free or low-cost help includes: Alberta Family Mediation Program (free if one parent earns $60,000 or less), Suite 706-S, Calgary Courts Centre; Alberta: free help preparing court forms; Legal Aid Alberta: Family Law.
What if the paying parent lives outside Alberta?
Then the table for the province or territory where the paying parent lives applies, even if the children live in Calgary. See our guide on parents in different provinces.
Nearby cities
Local court and help information checked against official sources: 1 2 3. Court locations can change; confirm with the court before you go.
