The Divorce Act Changes Explained

Provincial child support service

Effect of application
(Section 25.01(6), Divorce Act)

New section

Effect of application

(6) The liability to pay the amount of child support under subsection (4) continues while the determination of the application under subsection (5) is pending.
Old section

None.

What is the change

A child support decision remains in force while a judicial determination under s 15.1 of the Act is pending.

Reason for the change

The amendment helps to ensure that children continue to benefit from child support while a court considers an application for a child support order. It can take a significant amount of time for a court to hear such an application.

When

March 1, 2021.