Does the non-custodial parent have to contribute to the cost of daycare?
Yes. The cost of daycare that is reasonably necessary for a parent to maintain employment or appropriate education in pursuit of income is the responsibility of both parents. As such, the cost of it will be apportioned between the parties in accordance with their income ratios. However, the total cost of the child care, up to a maximum of $2,400 per year for 1 child and $4,800 per year for 2 or more children, will be reduced by 25% to take into consideration the federal child care tax credit available to the custodial parent.
