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Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario Dismisses Application due to Applicant's Failure to Attend Case Management Conference Call

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The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario has issued a decision dismissing an application filed by Bruno-Pierre Carrier against Forest Hill Real Estate Inc. and Tatiana Kouzuetsova. The case alleged discrimination with respect to housing accommodation because of family status contrary to the Human Rights Code. However, the applicant failed to attend the Case Management Conference Call (CMCC) scheduled for April 4, 2024, despite being advised of the consequence of non-attendance.

Key Takeaways:

  • The applicant, Bruno-Pierre Carrier, alleged discrimination with respect to housing accommodation because of family status contrary to the Human Rights Code.
  • The applicant named Forest Hill Real Estate Inc. and Tatiana Kouzuetsova as respondents, alleging that the real estate agency and the property owner breached his Code rights.
  • The Tribunal held a Summary Hearing on February 26, 2020, and determined that the Application should not be dismissed against Forest Hill Real Estate Inc.
  • The applicant failed to provide accurate contact information for Tatiana Kouzuetsova, which led to her being late to the case and unprepared.
  • The Tribunal converted the hearing to a CMCC on April 4, 2024, but the applicant failed to attend.
  • The applicant was advised twice of the consequence of not attending the CMCC, but failed to attend and provide any explanation for his absence.
  • The Tribunal dismissed the application due to the applicant's failure to attend the CMCC and provide necessary disclosure.
  • This decision highlights the importance of compliance with Tribunal directions and the consequences of non-attendance.

Statistics:

  • 2 years and 9 months passed between the Summary Hearing on February 26, 2020, and the Case Management Conference Call on April 4, 2024.
  • 1 application was filed, which concerned alleged discrimination with respect to housing accommodation because of family status.
  • The Tribunal held a Case Management Conference Call on September 11, 2023, but neither respondent attended.
  • The applicant failed to file necessary disclosure and documents, including Witness Statements and Documents to be Relied Upon.

Sources:

  • Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, Decision 2024 HRTO 505, Indexed as: Carrier v. Forest Hill Real Estate Inc.
  • Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, Decision 2020 HRTO 587
  • Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, Notice of Videoconference Hearing, April 4, 2024
  • Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, Endorsement of March 5, 2024

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