The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) is seeking input on some of its forms, guides, rules and processes to improve its services and to facilitate timelier and more efficient dispute resolution. To better understand people’s experiences with a selection of the HRTO’s current documents and processes, the HRTO will be engaging virtually in oral […]
HRTO | November 16, 2020
Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario Seeking Feedback on Improving Electronic Hearings
Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario Seeking Feedback on Improving Electronic Hearings
The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) is seeking input on how it can improve electronic and teleconference hearings to help better meet the needs of the people who access its services. As part of Tribunals Ontario’s digital transformation, the HRTO is now conducting videoconference and telephone hearings as part of its “digital first” strategy. […]
COVID-19 Updates on Tribunals Ontario Operations
COVID-19 Updates on Tribunals Ontario Operations Last Updated: March 10, 2021 Tribunals Ontario continues to provide services to the public while keeping Ontarians safe. To comply with physical-distancing direction from public health authorities, most staff and adjudicators are working remotely. Tribunals Ontario is postponing and rescheduling all in-person hearings, and where possible, is moving forward […]
HRTO | October 19, 2018
SJTO Recruits: Members and Vice Chairs
SJTO Recruits: Members and Vice Chairs
SJTO has posted for: Members (part-time) at the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario for various locations Vice Chairs (full-time) at the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario in Toronto and London These positions are posted on the “Advertised Positions” section of the Public Appointments Secretariat website. The competitions close on Wednesday, October 31, 2018. Back to […]
HRTO | October 3, 2018
Practice Direction on New Case Processing System and Case Management Conference Calls
Practice Direction on New Case Processing System and Case Management Conference Calls
The HRTO has released a Practice Direction on New Case Processing System and Case Management Conference Calls. In the last year and a half, the HRTO has experienced an unprecedented 25% increase in its caseload, and receives about 4,500 new human rights applications each year. To address this increased caseload, the HRTO has implemented a […]
HRTO | December 21, 2017
Vacancy Notice – Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario Practice Advisory Committee
Vacancy Notice – Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario Practice Advisory Committee
The HRTO Practice Advisory Committee (PAC) has two vacancies for members who regularly represent parties before the HRTO. The PAC has an opening for one member who regularly represents respondents and one member who regularly represents applicants. The PAC is looking for people who are familiar with HRTO procedures and can contribute to the PAC’s […]
HRTO | July 21, 2017
SJTO Child and Youth Division Launches Pilot at HRTO
SJTO Child and Youth Division Launches Pilot at HRTO
The Child and Youth Division (CYD) was created by the SJTO to ensure access to justice for children and youth who come to its tribunals. In June 2017, the CYD launched a pilot project where child and youth cases from the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario are streamed to a specialized panel of adjudicators and […]
Important Notice
There may be a Canada Post strike or lockout. Here’s what you need to know about filing documents if the strike or lockout happens: You can send documents to the HRTO by courier, fax or email, or drop them off in person. Address: 655 Bay Street, 14th Floor, Toronto, ON, M7A 2A3 Fax: 416-326-2199 or […]
HRTO | May 10, 2016
Changes to the Rules of Procedure
Changes to the Rules of Procedure
Two changes to the HRTO Rules of Procedure took effect today: Applicants now have 21 days to file a reply to a response. Previously they only had 14 days. (Rule 9.3) Respondents no longer need to file a full response to request deferral of an application when the issues in dispute are the subject of […]
HRTO | April 6, 2016
Rules Consultation
Rules Consultation
The HRTO has posted two proposed amendments to its Rules of Procedure for review and comment. The proposed amendments would: extend the time for an applicant to file a reply to a response from 14 to 21 days. allow respondents to request deferral of an application without filing a full response, where the issues in […]