The complainant filed a human rights complaint alleging discrimination in employment based on disability.
Prior to the hearing, the complainant passed away intestate, and no estate trustee was appointed.
The respondents argued that the proceeding could not continue without an appointed estate trustee.
The Tribunal held that it has the jurisdiction to proceed with the hearing despite the complainant's death and the absence of an estate trustee, noting that the Commission is a separate party with carriage of the complaint and a mandate to advocate for the public interest.
