Sotos LLP commenced this proposed class action against the Government of Ontario on behalf of all motor vehicle licence issuers in the Province of Ontario.

Ontario’s motor vehicle licence issuers have complained of under-compensation for many years. The purpose of this lawsuit is to determine whether Ontario has breached its contractual obligation to pay issuers fairly and reasonably. The Statement of Claim also seeks recovery for unjust enrichment if it is found that Ontario has benefited from the work of issuers without adequately compensating them.

The action was launched on October 23, 2009, and the certification motion was heard on June 18, 2010 in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. On June 30, 2010 the Court released its decision certifying the Licence Issuers as a class. Ontario is seeking leave to appeal the decision to the Divisional Court. The motion for leave to appeal will be heard on September 23, 2010.

The case is currently proceeding towards trial on behalf of the class.

Important Dates

• June 18, 2010: Certification motion was heard
• September 23, 2010: Motion for leave to appeal certification order decision will be heard

Pleadings

• Statement of Claim (Oct 23, 2009)

Decisions, Orders and Notices to Class

• Reasons of Justice Perell for granting certification  (Jun 30, 2010)

More Information

• Class Action Update May 18, 2010
• Class Action FAQ