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Parents in Ottawa see this spot the moment they get their child support result. One firm per city.
What parents in Ottawa pay
Monthly amounts from the Ontario table. These are the same across Ontario; tap an income for the full breakdown.
| Yearly income | 1 child | 2 children | 3 children | 4 children |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $334 | $609 | $828 | $1,008 |
| $50,000 | $450 | $744 | $1,003 | $1,216 |
| $60,000 | $554 | $911 | $1,182 | $1,412 |
| $75,000 | $695 | $1,144 | $1,501 | $1,770 |
| $90,000 | $841 | $1,372 | $1,797 | $2,145 |
| $100,000 | $932 | $1,517 | $1,984 | $2,366 |
| $125,000 | $1,131 | $1,829 | $2,388 | $2,846 |
| $150,000 | $1,327 | $2,135 | $2,781 | $3,310 |
Where family cases are heard in Ottawa
Free and low-cost help in Ottawa
- Family Law Information Centres (FLIC), in family courts across Ontario
- Legal Aid Ontario: Ottawa Family Court Duty Counsel (161 Elgin St.)
- Free family mediation through Ontario family justice services
The rules that apply in Ottawa
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, R.S.O. 1990, c. F.3. Once there is an order or agreement, the Family Responsibility Office can collect and enforce payments. To update support without going to court, Ontario offers: Child Support Service (online).
Read the full Ontario child support guide, including the table for every income and how the number of children changes the amount.
Common questions in Ottawa
Does Ottawa have its own child support amounts?
No. Child support in Ottawa uses the official Ontario table from the Federal Child Support Guidelines, the same as everywhere else in Ontario. What matters is where the paying parent lives, their gross income and the number of children.
How much is child support in Ottawa for one child?
Under the Ontario table, a parent earning $50,000 pays about $450 a month for one child, $554 on $60,000 and $932 on $100,000.
Which court handles child support in Ottawa?
Family cases in Ottawa are heard at the Superior Court of Justice, Family Court, 161 Elgin St., Ottawa, ON K2P 2K1 (court office, 2nd floor).
Where can I get free family law help in Ottawa?
Free or low-cost help includes: Family Law Information Centres (FLIC), in family courts across Ontario; Legal Aid Ontario: Ottawa Family Court Duty Counsel (161 Elgin St.); Free family mediation through Ontario family justice services.
What if the paying parent lives outside Ontario?
Then the table for the province or territory where the paying parent lives applies, even if the children live in Ottawa. See our guide on parents in different provinces.
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