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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, courts in Ontario
have been working to find solutions to the suspension of regular
court operations.
Numerous directives have been issued by courts and tribunals
across Ontario, providing guidance on how litigants are to
proceed. While the approaches vary, and despite the
Government of Ontario's suspension of limitation periods, it is
clear that courts and tribunals are looking to move litigation
forward.
This article reviews the current orders and directives on
limitation periods and timelines that litigants and counsel need to
be aware of. This article also reviews recent decisions by
Ontario courts that consider written hearings and remote technology
as alternative formats to move litigation matters forward during
the emergency period.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general
guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought
about your specific circumstances.