Quick Summary

The Federal Child Support Tables set the basic monthly child support amounts under the Federal Child Support Guidelines. Recently updated for the first time since 2017, the Tables now reflect tax changes and the increased cost of raising children.

You can view the updated Tables at the following link: 2025 Update to the Federal Child Support Tables

What is changing?

The Federal Child Support Tables set out the basic monthly amounts of child support payable per the Federal Child Support Guidelines. The Table amounts are intended to ensure the child’s needs are met in the current economic realities. The previous Tables have been in place since 2017. As such, the Federal government has recently updated these Tables to better reflect recent tax changes and the increased cost of raising children.

When will the new Tables take effect?

• The updated Tables came into effect on October 1^st, 2025.
• Any new Child Support Order issued after October 1^st, 2025, will use these Table amounts to calculate the child support payable going forward.

Will my existing Child Support Order automatically update to reflect the new Table amounts?

No. It is important to understand that these new Tables will not automatically apply to Child Support Orders that were issued prior to October 1st, 2025. Where the updated Table amounts differ from the amount in your current order, however, it may qualify as a “material change in circumstances” allowing for an application to the court to vary the order.

What should I do if I have an existing Child Support Order?

You should review the updated Tables to determine if there has been a change in the amount of child support payable in your circumstances.  If there has been and you are interested in varying your Child Support Order to reflect the new Table amounts, please contact us. We can assist you in preparing a Variation Application to the court to request a change to the order.

Next Steps

Unsure whether the updated Federal Child Support Tables affect your situation? A brief conversation can help clarify your options and determine whether a variation may be appropriate. BOYNECLARKE assists individuals and families in navigating child support changes with confidence.

Get Help With Your Child Support Matter:

• Contact us by email
• Call us: 902-469-9500
• Visit us: 99 Wyse Road, Suite 600, Dartmouth, NS

We’ll help you:

• Review how the updated Tables apply to your circumstances
• Assess whether a change may qualify as a material change in circumstances
• Prepare and file a Child Support Variation Application
• Navigate the court process with clarity and support

Most consultations can be scheduled within a few business days.
We offer in-person, phone, and video meetings to fit your schedule.