Claudia Serraino

The appellant appealed a decision of the Social Benefits Tribunal finding that he was not a 'person with a disability' under the Ontario Disability Support Program Act, 1997.

The Divisional Court dismissed the appeal, holding that its jurisdiction was limited to questions of law and the appellant had only challenged findings of fact and the weighing of evidence.

The court found the Tribunal applied the proper legal test, adequately considered the medical evidence regarding the appellant's physical limitations, and reasonably factored in his refusal to take recommended medication.

The appellant appealed a decision of the Social Benefits Tribunal, which upheld the Director's finding that he was not a 'person with a disability' under the Ontario Disability Support Program Act.

The Tribunal found the appellant had a substantial impairment but not a substantial restriction in activities of daily living.

The Divisional Court dismissed the appeal, finding no error in the Tribunal's weighing of the medical evidence and concluding that the Tribunal's reasons were adequate and reasonable.