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In Ontario’s civil justice system, the burden of proof determines which party carries the responsibility of proving the facts necessary to succeed in a case. In the Small Claims Court, this principle remains fundamental, despite the court’s simplified procedures. The party who initiates the claim bears the legal and evidentiary responsibility to establish the case… Read More

In Ontario’s civil litigation framework, a counterclaim provides defendants with the procedural right to assert their own claims against the plaintiff within the same proceeding. This mechanism ensures judicial efficiency by allowing related disputes to be resolved together, avoiding multiple lawsuits over the same facts or transactions. In Small Claims Court, counterclaims are referred to… Read More

Boxing Day, celebrated across Canada on December 26th, has grown from a historical tradition of generosity and service into a time for rest, reflection, and winter renewal. While widely known for retail promotions, its deeper value lies in its timing—just after the holidays and just before the new year—a natural pause that invites Canadians to… Read More

As December unfolds across Ontario, the sights and sounds of the holiday season invite moments of reflection and celebration. Christmas offers a powerful reminder of peace, joy, and the strength of community. In both personal and legal matters, this time of year calls for renewed commitment to fairness, compassion, and clarity. While the holidays are… Read More

In Ontario’s Small Claims Court, obtaining a judgment does not automatically ensure payment. Many judgment debtors fail to pay voluntarily, leaving the successful party with the challenge of enforcement. The payment hearing is one of several enforcement tools available under the Courts of Justice Act and the Rules of the Small Claims Court (O. Reg…. Read More