B.C. suspension of limitation periods

B.C. Judicial Review Deadlines & Covid-Related Suspensions

March 26, 2021
Susan Kootnekoff
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In March, 2020, as fears mounted over covid-19, the Supreme Court of British Columbia and British Columbia Court of Appeal suspended their regular operations. I expressed concern at the time with courthouses closing at a time when they are needed more...

A Great Divide Within B.C.’s Justice System

September 25, 2020
Susan Kootnekoff
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Lately, there is a dichotomy within B.C.’s justice system. As a result of concerns over COVID-19, B.C. courts have largely shut down, allowing only “urgent and essential matters” to proceed. This is a topic unto itself. Though efforts are certainly being made...