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Child Support Application Letter - Template Form

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What is a Child Support Application Letter?

A Child Support Application Letter is a ready-to-use legal template for Canada. You complete it by answering a few plain-English questions, then download the finished document in Word and PDF.

What does the Child Support Application Letter cover?

The Child Support Application Letter is organised into sections covering § 1. Purpose of this Letter, § 2. Your Support Obligation, § 3. Arrears Outstanding, § 4. Demand for Payment, § 5. Deadline and Consequences of Non-Compliance, so the important points are captured in a clear, consistent structure.

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You can download your completed Child Support Application Letter as an editable Microsoft Word (.docx) file and as a PDF.

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Is a Child Support Application Letter legally binding?

Once it is properly completed and signed by everyone involved, a Child Support Application Letter is generally legally binding in Canada, provided it meets the legal requirements that apply to this type of document.

What laws apply to a Child Support Application Letter in Canada?

A Child Support Application Letter should comply with the laws in force in Canada. This template is built around the provisions such situations commonly require, but the rules can vary by region and change over time, so check the current requirements for your case.

Do I need a lawyer to use a Child Support Application Letter?

For most standard situations you can complete the Child Support Application Letter yourself using the guided questionnaire. For high-value, unusual or high-risk matters, it is sensible to have a qualified lawyer review the finished document.

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Download the completed Child Support Application Letter as Word or PDF and sign it as required in Canada. Depending on the document this may involve a handwritten or electronic signature, and some documents also need witnesses.

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How long does it take to complete a Child Support Application Letter?

Most people finish the Child Support Application Letter in just a few minutes by answering the plain-English questions. You can save your progress and come back to it at any time.

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PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL

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Telephone: ________
Email: ________


Date: ________

Delivered by: ________


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Re:  Demand for Payment of Arrears of Child Support

Children: ________

Court File No. (if applicable): ________


Dear ________,

§ 1.  Purpose of this Letter

1.1  This letter is sent to formally remind you of, and demand compliance with, your obligation to pay child support as set out in ________ dated ________ (the “Support Order/Agreement”).

1.2  The Support Order/Agreement was made and is governed by the laws of the Province of ________ and, where applicable, the Divorce Act (Canada) and the Federal Child Support Guidelines.

§ 2.  Your Support Obligation

2.1  Under the Support Order/Agreement, you are required to pay child support in the amount of:

________ Dollars ($________), payable ________, on the ________ of each payment period.

2.2  The said amount is payable until the child support obligation terminates in accordance with the terms of the Support Order/Agreement and applicable law.

§ 3.  Arrears Outstanding

3.1  As of the date of this letter, you have not complied with the support provisions of the Support Order/Agreement.

3.2  My records indicate that support payments in the total amount of ________ Dollars ($________) are past due and owing (the “Arrears”), calculated to ________.

3.3  The Arrears continue to accrue, and any additional amounts that become due after the date of this letter remain payable in addition to the Arrears noted above.

§ 4.  Demand for Payment

4.2  Payment should be made by ________ and delivered to the address noted above, or to such other address or account as may be specified.

4.3  If you are unable to pay the full amount of the Arrears at this time, please contact me before the deadline set out below so that we may discuss reasonable arrangements for repayment.

§ 5.  Deadline and Consequences of Non-Compliance

5.1  You must respond to this letter and either remit payment or make satisfactory repayment arrangements on or before ________.

5.3  Nothing in this letter shall be construed as a waiver of any rights or remedies, all of which are expressly reserved.

§ 6.  Without Prejudice to Accrued Rights

6.1  This letter is sent without prejudice to, and shall not affect, any rights, claims, or remedies that have accrued or may accrue under the Support Order/Agreement or at law.


I trust this matter will receive your immediate attention.

Yours truly,



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