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What Is Child Support Supposed to Cover: Unpacking the Essentials and Extras in Childcare

In Alberta, child support is calculated according to the Federal Child Support Guidelines and is the legal right of a child to access the financial resources they require to grow and succeed. This legal right covers a child’s needs beyond merely food and shelter, and the Federal Child Support Guidelines …

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When Does Child Support Start After Separation? Knowing Your Rights and Responsibilities When it Comes to Childcare in Alberta

When families go through a separation, the accompanying financial uncertainty can be overwhelming, especially when children are involved. While as a parent you want to ensure that your children’s needs are met, understanding your child support obligations and rights under family law may seem daunting. In this post, we explore …

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Is Child Support Based on Current or Past Year’s Income: A Quick Look at How Child Support is Calculated in Alberta

Navigating the complexities of child support payments amidst a separation can feel overwhelming. As a parent, it’s crucial that you understand your rights and obligations under family law throughout the process while ensuring a stable and supportive environment for your children.  In Alberta, child support payments are regulated by the …

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Section 7 Expenses in Alberta Family Law: A Comprehensive Guide

Family law matters often involve various expenses related to children’s upbringing, education, and extracurricular activities. In Alberta, Section 7 of the Federal Child Support Guidelines addresses these additional expenses and provides a framework for sharing the financial responsibility between separated or divorced parents. In this blog post, we’ll explore what …

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Navigating Custody Matters: Can Grandparents Apply for Custody in Alberta?

When families face challenges that affect the well-being of children, questions about custody and guardianship often arise. In Alberta, the legal system recognizes the importance of maintaining stable and nurturing environments for children, and this extends to considering the role of grandparents. In this post, we will explore the circumstances …

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Child Support Calculators in Alberta: How They Work and What You Need to Know

Child support is a critical aspect of any divorce or separation involving children. It is essential to ensure that children have the financial support they need to thrive, regardless of the circumstances of their parents. In Alberta, child support is calculated based on a set of guidelines that take into …

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Income Imputation in Family Law Cases: What You Need to Know

When it comes to determining the appropriate amount of child or spousal support in a family law case, the court will consider a range of factors, including each party’s income. However, what happens when one party is not currently earning an income, but has the potential to earn more? In …

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When Love is a Stranger: Navigating Parental Alienation in the Alberta Family Courts

Parental Alienation is a complex and deeply painful dynamic that can profoundly affect families. This issue can be challenging to address emotionally and, in some cases, legally.  With this particular backdrop, Alberta Family Courts are confronted with the unique challenge of evaluating and finding solutions on matters such as Parenting …

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Will the Court hear a Litigant Who Stands in Contempt of Court?

Deliberate failure to comply with Court Orders is an increasingly common feature of litigation. While the Courts are typically prepared to provide litigants, particularly those who are self-represented, with a generous amount of latitude, significant sanctions will be imposed when a litigant refuses to comply with their court-ordered obligations. Those …

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Dealing with your Family Business in a Divorce

Going through a divorce can be a stressful and complicated time in your life. If you and your spouse run a small business together or even if only one spouse runs the business, the value of that business will need to be determined and divided.  Pursuant to the Family Property …

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May 22, 2025

Does My Child Support Obligation End if My Ex-Spouse Remarries in Alberta?

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Finalizing child support arrangements through a separation agreement or otherwise may offer co-parents a sense of security, knowing that the child’s financial needs will be met. But, when your ex-spouse remarries, you may wonder if the...

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January 2, 2025

What Is Child Support Supposed to Cover: Unpacking the Essentials and Extras in Childcare

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In Alberta, child support is calculated according to the Federal Child Support Guidelines and is the legal right of a child to access the financial resources they require to grow and succeed. This legal right covers a child’s needs beyon...

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