J. Wells

The court considered written submissions on costs following the plaintiffs' success in two related defamation actions against the defendant, Brian Webster.

The plaintiffs were awarded substantial indemnity costs due to the egregious nature of the defendant's conduct and the failure to accept reasonable offers to settle.

The court found the plaintiffs' costs reasonable and rejected the defendant's arguments for lower costs, emphasizing the importance and complexity of the proceedings and the impact on the drag community.

The court considered written submissions on costs following the plaintiffs' success in two related defamation actions against the defendant.

The plaintiffs were awarded substantial indemnity costs in both actions, reflecting the court's view of the defendant's egregious conduct and the importance of deterrence.

The court rejected the defendant's arguments for lower costs and found the plaintiffs' bills of costs reasonable, noting the complexity and significance of the proceedings, including the involvement of expert witnesses and an intervenor.