The court heard a motion to dismiss a civil action and an application under s. 140 of the Courts of Justice Act seeking to declare two individuals vexatious litigants.
The plaintiff had commenced numerous proceedings against the defendants and others, including judges, court staff, counsel, and family members, arising largely from family litigation concerning access to a child.
The statement of claim alleging false statements and misconduct was found to contain bare allegations without material facts and was struck under the Rules of Civil Procedure for failing to disclose a cause of action.
Reviewing the extensive history of litigation, unpaid costs orders, repeated unsuccessful appeals, and abusive courtroom conduct, the court concluded that the respondents had persistently instituted vexatious proceedings.
Orders were made restricting both respondents from instituting or continuing proceedings in Ontario courts without leave, and staying existing proceedings until outstanding costs were satisfied.
