Alimony vs. Child Support in Quebec: What's the Difference? (2026 Guide)
Quebec spousal support uses SSAG ranges of 1.5-2% per year married. Child support uses income-shares model with $12,820 deduction. Filing costs $118-$335.
How support is calculated, modified, and enforced — from guidelines to college expenses.
Quebec spousal support uses SSAG ranges of 1.5-2% per year married. Child support uses income-shares model with $12,820 deduction. Filing costs $118-$335.
Quebec parents share extracurricular costs proportionally by income when expenses exceed 5% of basic support. Learn Section 9 rules, the 5% threshold, and court criteria.
Quebec child support paid via Revenu Quebec's automatic deduction program. Learn payment methods, direct deposit setup, exemption rules & SARPA modifications.
Child support in Quebec is not taxable for recipients and not deductible for payers under post-1997 orders. Full 2026 tax rules explained.
Child support in Quebec does not automatically end at age 18. Learn the legal tests, cancellation process, and when courts extend support for adult children in 2026.
Quebec child support calculator uses the provincial income-shares model with a $13,575 basic deduction. Learn how to calculate payments using Schedule I and contribution tables.