Commissioner for the Maintenance of Parents (CMP) Process Overview
1. Application at the Commissioner's Office
Parent files an application for maintenance and attends an intake interview at the Commissioner's Office.
2. Conciliation
Parent and child attends conciliation (separate/joint) to help them resolve maintenance issues out-of-court. If there is an agreement at conciliation, a Memorandum of Agreement may be signed.
Tribunal for the Maintenance of Parents (TMP) Process Overview
1. Application at Tribunal
If conciliation is unsuccessful, parent may file an application with the Tribunal.
2. Mediation
Parent and children will be referred for mediation. If there is a settlement at mediation, a Memorandum of Agreement may be signed and made into a maintenance order by the Tribunal.
3. Tribunal Hearing
If the parent and children are unable to reach a settlement after mediation, they will be scheduled to appear before a Tribunal hearing. Both parent and children must be present at the hearing.
About The Commissioner & The Tribunal
The Commissioner
The Commissioner for the Maintenance of Parents helps parents and children resolve maintenance issues through conciliation before resorting to legal action.
The Tribunal
The Tribunal for the Maintenance of Parents is a quasi-judicial body to hear and determine maintenance.
Quick Links
Contact Us
MSF Consolidated Hotline
1800-111-2222
To reach Office of the Commissioner for the Maintenance of Parents, say "CMP" when prompted by the virtual assistant
Airtime charges apply for mobile calls to 1800 service lines.
The Office of the Commissioner for the Maintenance of Parents Email
Tribunal for the Maintenance of Parents (TMP)
1800-258-5128
Airtime charges apply for mobile calls to 1800 service lines.