Find below recently published Halton decisions, available for free through CanLII.org.
Criminal Matters
R. v. Klemp (2025 ONSC 5612)
The Court dismissed the Crown's appeal, holding that "given" under section 320.32(2) requires a permanent transfer of the certificate to the accused. Temporary possession or mere display of the document does not satisfy the statutory requirement for admissibility of the certificate in impaired driving cases.
Justice E. Chozik
Wills, Estates & Trusts Matters
McDonald v. McDonald (2025 ONSC 5536)
The Court declared powers of attorney for property and personal care valid under curative provisions of the Substitute Decisions Act, despite non-compliance with formal witnessing requirements, as it aligned with the grantor's clear intentions and best interests.
Justice M. Kurz
Family Matters
Wright v. Tolchard (2025 ONSC 5505)
The Court imposed supervised parenting for three months after a parent repeatedly withheld the child in violation of court orders, prioritizing personal grievances over the child’s best interests. Full indemnity costs were awarded against the non-compliant parent due to bad faith conduct.
Justice M. Kurz
