The City of Toronto sought permission to issue a writ of seizure and sale against Ms. Mohammadi-Kia, more than six years after a 2004 civil judgment for social assistance fraud restitution.
Ms. Mohammadi-Kia, self-represented, opposed the motion, arguing unjust conviction, inadequate legal representation, limited means, a belief the debt was waived, and that the target property was not hers.
The court allowed the City to issue the writ, finding the City adequately explained its delay and did not intend to waive the debt.
While Ms. Mohammadi-Kia genuinely believed the debt was no longer pursued, she failed to demonstrate detrimental reliance.
The court also declined to award costs to the City, noting its delay in seeking the writ.