Ontario Child Support Calculator 2017

This Ontario Child Support Calculator 2017 provides an estimate of child support payments based on the 2017 guidelines. It helps parents determine fair support amounts for their children.

How to Use This Calculator

To calculate Ontario child support for 2017:

Enter the gross income of the paying parent
Select the number of children
Choose the number of weeks per year the children spend with each parent
Click "Calculate" to see the estimated monthly support amount

The calculator uses the 2017 Ontario Child Support Guidelines to determine the appropriate payment amount.

Formula Used

Monthly Support = (Gross Income × 0.175) × (Weeks with Child / 52) × Number of Children

This formula is based on the 2017 Ontario Child Support Guidelines, which use a standard percentage of the paying parent's income to determine support amounts.

Worked Example

Example calculation for a parent with $50,000 gross income, 2 children, and 26 weeks per year with each child:

Monthly Support = ($50,000 × 0.175) × (26 / 52) × 2
= $8,750 × 0.5 × 2
= $8,750

The estimated monthly child support would be $8,750.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this calculator official?

This calculator provides estimates based on the 2017 Ontario Child Support Guidelines. For official calculations, consult the Ontario Child Support Guidelines or a legal professional.

How often should child support be recalculated?

Child support should be reviewed annually or whenever there are significant changes in income or family circumstances.

What if the paying parent has multiple jobs?

Include all sources of income when calculating child support. The calculator uses gross income as the basis for calculations.