The applicant mother sought to vary child support based on the respondent father's income as a self‑employed business owner.
The central issue was whether the father’s reported income accurately reflected the money available for support or whether income should be imputed under ss. 18 and 19 of the Child Support Guidelines.
The court found the father’s financial evidence unreliable and concluded he had structured his business affairs to minimize apparent income and avoid support obligations.
The court imputed significantly higher income for several years and set an ongoing imputed income for future support calculations.
The court also addressed a minor access dispute and ordered the parents to share transportation responsibilities.
