Posts Tagged: SBT

During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Social Benefits Tribunal (SBT) is holding all hearings by teleconference until further notice to provide access to justice in a fair and efficient manner, while protecting the health and safety of the people of Ontario. Telephone Hearings Hearings will continue to take place at the time noted on the Notice […]

On Tuesday, October 1, the Social Benefits Tribunal (SBT) will begin holding its Toronto hearings at the new Tribunals Ontario Mediation and Hearing Centre at 15 Grosvenor St, Toronto. SBT hearings will no longer be held at 655 Bay St. The new centre offers an improved experience for the public with an information desk, natural […]

SJTO has posted for: Full-time bilingual and unilingual members at the Social Benefits Tribunal for Toronto, London, Hamilton and Ottawa Part-time bilingual and unilingual members for various locations These positions are posted on the “Advertised Positions” section of the Public Appointments Secretariat website. The competitions close on Friday, December 21, 2018. Back to Social Benefits […]

Two new videos have been posted to the Social Benefits Tribunal (SBT) website. The step-by-step animated videos, Early Resolution Opportunities: A Video Guide and Interim Assistance: A Video Guide, can be accessed through the Videos & FAQ page. They are also featured under the “Early Resolution Opportunities” and “Interim Assistance” headings on the Appeal and […]

Starting in July 2018, the Social Benefits Tribunal (SBT) will progress to the use of electronic submissions from parties. The purpose of this is to improve the accessibility of the SBT by offering appellants another avenue of communication. Appellants still have the option of submitting documents by fax or mail. The SBT has added a […]

Starting January 1, Social Benefits Tribunal appellants and the Disability Adjudication Unit of the Ministry of Community and Social Services will be able to agree to settle a disability appeal during the hearing. If the two sides agree on a way to settle the appeal, they will be asked to put their agreement in writing […]

The Social Benefits Tribunal (SBT) is moving to resolve disability appeals at the hearing through consent orders.  If parties can settle an appeal at the hearing and the member is satisfied that they understand the terms of the agreement, the member may issue a consent order which will close the appeal. The public is invited […]

SBT has posted updated versions of its Appeal (Form 1) and Application for Reconsideration. The new forms are easier to use and easier to understand. They are also accessible for people using screen readers. Both forms can be completed on computer or printed and filled out by hand. When using any SBT form, make sure […]

Starting October 21, 2016, all mail for the Social Benefits Tribunal should be sent to: Social Benefits Tribunal655 Bay Street, 14th floorToronto, ON M7A 2A3 You can continue to use the same phone and fax numbers. They have not changed. To drop off a document or speak to someone in person about your file or […]