Section 7 Expenses (or “special or extraordinary expenses”) are significant expenses that are considered to be necessary for the child’s well-being. These expenses are often shared between the parents in proportion to their respective incomes.

Some common examples of section 7 expenses include:

(1) Childcare expenses: This includes costs associated with daycare, after-school programs, or babysitting services required for the child’s care when the custodial parent is working or attending school.

(2) Medical and dental expenses: Section 7 may cover expenses for prescription medications, orthodontic treatments, therapy sessions, or other necessary medical or dental care not covered by insurance.

(3) Health insurance premiums: If the custodial parent pays for private health insurance coverage for the child, the non-custodial parent may be responsible for contributing to the premium payments.

(4) Extraordinary educational expenses: This category includes expenses related to private school tuition, tutoring, or specialized education programs that are deemed necessary for the child’s education.

(5) Extracurricular activities: Costs associated with the child’s participation in extracurricular activities, such as sports, music lessons, art classes, or summer camps, may qualify as section 7 expenses.

(6) Post-secondary education expenses: If the child is pursuing higher education, section 7 expenses may include tuition fees, textbooks, living expenses, and other related costs.