Canadian Child Support Guidelines Changing October 1, 2025

On October 1, 2025, the Canadian Child Support Guidelines will undergo a significant update, marking an important shift in how child support amounts are calculated across the country. These changes are designed to reflect current economic realities and ensure that child support remains fair, consistent, and responsive to the needs of children and families.

The most notable change is the revision of the Federal Child Support Tables, which determine the base monthly support amounts based on the payor’s income and the number of children. The updated tables now incorporate 2023 federal tax rules, which affect net income calculations and, consequently, the support obligations of parents. This adjustment ensures that support amounts more accurately reflect the payor’s financial capacity.

In addition to recalibrated support amounts, the government is releasing updated tools to assist families and legal professionals.

These include:

A revised Child Support Table Look-up tool;

A simplified PDF version of the tables for general reference;

An updated Step-by-Step Guide for calculating support under the new framework.

It is important to note that these changes apply only to new child support orders made on or after October 1, 2025. Existing orders will not be automatically updated. However, if the revised tables result in a significantly different support amount, this may qualify as a “change in circumstances”, allowing parties to apply to the court for a variation of the existing order.

The simplified tables round income to the nearest $100, which may result in minor discrepancies compared to the official tables or the online calculator. For legal proceedings, only the official Federal Tables are recognized as valid documents.

These updates reflect the federal government’s commitment to ensuring that child support remains aligned with modern financial conditions and continues to serve the best interests of children. Families are encouraged to reach out to www.nocourtdivorce.ca for more information of consult with a family legal professionals if adjustments may be warranted.

For more information and access to the updated tables and tools, visit the Department of Justice Canada’s website