The plaintiff, John Shane, sought damages from Ontario Aboriginal Housing Support Services Corporation (OAHS) for property damage caused by a fire in a rental unit leased to OAHS clients.
Shane claimed OAHS had orally agreed to cover all property damage caused by its clients, or, in the alternative, that OAHS was negligent in supporting the tenants.
The court found no oral contract existed, as there was no meeting of the minds or clear promise by OAHS to cover all damages.
The court also found no evidence of negligence by OAHS.
The claim was dismissed.
