Find below recently published Halton decisions, available for free through CanLII.org.
Superior Court of Justice
Abbasi v. Jabbar (2026 ONSC 3638)
In a family law dispute, the Court dismissed a motion to stay ongoing proceedings, citing the appellant's tactical delays, non-compliance with court orders, and lack of irreparable harm. The Court emphasized the importance of judicial case management and the prejudice to the respondent if the stay were granted.
Justice M. Kurz
CIBC v. Pillai (2026 ONSC 3639)
The Court allowed a default judgment to be split into separate secured and unsecured judgments, enabling compliance with mortgage insurer requirements. This procedural amendment was deemed fair, proportional, and non-prejudicial to the defendants, ensuring the plaintiff could recover the insured mortgage shortfall.
Justice M. Kurz
R v. Mukunzi (2026 ONSC 3854)
The Court sentenced the Accused to time served for firearm possession, fleeing police, and possessing a stolen vehicle, emphasizing deterrence, rehabilitation, and proportionality. Ancillary orders, including a lifetime firearms prohibition and DNA order, were imposed.
Justice C. Conlan
Meinert v. Zambosco (2026 ONSC 3636)
The Court granted leave to register a Certificate of Pending Litigation, finding a triable issue regarding the Plaintiff's asserted interest in the Defendant's condo, based on alleged payments and a constructive trust claim. Equitable factors, including potential harm to the Plaintiff absent a CPL, supported the decision.
Associate Justice Glick
Saldanha v. Campagnaro (2026 ONSC 3733)
In a dispute involving alleged fraud and asset dissipation, the Court lifted a Mareva injunction against individual defendants, citing insufficient evidence of irreparable harm to plaintiffs and greater risk of harm to defendants pending a full hearing. The decision was made without prejudice to the ultimate motion outcome.
Justice M. Kurz
Johnson v. Bobanovic (2026 ONSC 3734)
The Court dismissed motions for a certificate of pending litigation and preservation orders, finding insufficient evidence of entitlement to property or risk of asset depletion. The applicant's claims of sweat equity and financial contributions did not establish a triable issue or justify interim relief.
Justice M. Kurz
A.A. v. Rex (2026 ONSC 3747)
The Court dismissed the appeal, finding no ineffective assistance of counsel. Trial counsel's decisions, including cross-examination strategy and not pursuing certain applications, were deemed reasonable and professional. The appellant failed to demonstrate incompetence or a miscarriage of justice.
Justice M. Kurz
Caretek Integrated Business Solutions Inc v. Bajwa (2026 ONSC 3822)
A lawyer was removed as counsel due to a conflict of interest from prior representation of the opposing party and their likely role as a material witness in the litigation. The court emphasized the need to preserve public confidence in the justice system over the right to counsel of choice.
Justice E. Chozik
R. v. Johnson-Shirley (2026 ONSC 3915)
The Court sentenced the Accused to five years' imprisonment for cocaine trafficking and firearm possession, considering aggravating factors like prior convictions and mitigating factors, including harsh pretrial custody conditions and guilty pleas. The totality principle was applied to ensure a proportionate sentence.
Justice C. Conlan
R. v. Daoud (2026 ONSC 3893)
The Court rejected a dangerous offender designation for the Accused, citing insufficient evidence of intractable risk, and imposed a 10-year long-term supervision order alongside a 10-year custodial sentence for human trafficking, sexual assault with a weapon, and related offences.
Justice K. Coats
R. v. Cooney & Hamber (2026 ONSC 3929)
The Court sentenced two foster parents to life imprisonment for first degree murder and consecutive terms for severe child abuse, emphasizing denunciation, deterrence, and the victims' vulnerability, particularly as Indigenous children. Aggravating factors included abuse of trust, family relationship, and significant harm caused to the victims.
Justice C. Conlan
2628793 Ontario Corporation v. Stolp (2026 ONSC 3881)
The Court ruled that a purchaser of property was a bona fide purchaser for value without notice, protected under the Fraudulent Conveyances Act and Land Titles Act, despite allegations of prior fraudulent conveyance by the seller. The purchaser's title was upheld, and a restriction order on the property was ordered removed.
Justice K. Coats
TNT Tactical Training Ltd v. 2807851 Ontario Inc. (2026 ONSC 3950)
The Court found no enforceable contract for a Bitcoin purchase as essential terms, including price and quantity, were never agreed upon. The plaintiff was entitled only to restitution of funds with interest, not specific performance or damages for breach of contract. Claims of fraud and personal liability were dismissed.
Justice E. Chozik
R v. Redmond (2026 ONSC 4046)
The Court sentenced a first-time offender to a conditional sentence of two years less one day, followed by probation, for drug trafficking offences involving methamphetamine and oxycodone. The decision emphasized rehabilitation alongside denunciation and deterrence, considering mitigating factors such as remorse, mental health challenges, and commitment to positive change.
Justice C. Conlan
Court of Appeal Decisions of Local Interest
Bank of Montreal v. Khello (2026 ONCA 441)
Justice M. Kurz
