No More Hiding: Ontario’s Public List of Missing Support Payors

In Ontario, child and spousal support payments are more than just legal obligations—they’re essential commitments that help families maintain stability and dignity after separation or divorce. When these payments stop, the impact can be devastating, especially for children who rely on consistent financial support.

To address this issue, the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) has launched a public-facing initiative that lists individuals who have defaulted on their court-ordered support payments and cannot be located. This effort is part of Ontario’s broader strategy to enforce support orders and ensure families receive the help they’re entitled to.

Why This Matters

Support payors who disappear or evade their responsibilities leave families in financial distress. The FRO steps in to enforce these orders, but when someone goes missing for six months or more, enforcement becomes difficult. That’s where the public listing comes in.

With the consent of the support recipient, FRO publishes identifying details of missing payors on the Ontario government’s website. These details may include:

• Full name and aliases

• Physical description

• Last known location

• Usual occupation

• Photograph (if available)

• This public listing is not meant to shame—it’s a practical tool to help locate individuals and restore support payments.

How to Use the “Missing Support Payors” Page

Whether you're a concerned citizen, a legal professional, or someone directly affected by unpaid support, here’s how you can use the page:

1. Visit the Official Page: Go to Ontario.ca – Missing Child and Spousal Support Payors

2. Browse the Listings: Scroll through the profiles of missing payors. Each entry includes identifying information and a photo (if available).

3. Search by Name or Location: Use your browser’s search function (Ctrl+F or Command+F) to look for specific names, cities, or occupations.

4. Submit a Tip: If you recognize someone or have information about their whereabouts, click the link to submit a tip. You can do this anonymously.

5. Contact FRO for Help: If you’re a support recipient and believe your case qualifies for public listing, contact the Family Responsibility Office to discuss your options.

A Community Effort

This initiative is a reminder that enforcing support orders is not just a legal matter—it’s a community responsibility. By sharing information and staying informed, Ontarians can help ensure that families receive the financial support they need and deserve.

If you have questions about child or spousal support enforcement, or want to learn more about your rights and options, visit Ontario’s Family Responsibility Office.