The SCJ has amended its Consolidated Notice to the Profession and the Public Regarding the Small Claims Court. On March 15, 2021, the following amendments will take effect:
- Section 3: Filing requirements for urgent matters are stated more clearly
- Section 4: The Court is accepting requests to schedule settlement conferences no matter when defendants filed defences (or were noted in default)
- Section 5: The Court is accepting requests for any motion on notice to other parties
- Section 7.1: Assessment hearings will not be scheduled unless all applicable fees are paid and a request is submitted in accordance with this Notice.