C-12, r. 4 - Rules of procedure and practice of the Human Rights Tribunal

Section 60 Disposition versions

2012-09-01

60. If more than 6 months have elapsed since the last relevant written proceeding, the president or the judge designated by the president may advise the parties of his or her intention to consider the proceeding lapsed and close the record in 60 days.

The Commission or the complainant, as applicable, may prevent peremption of the proceeding by sending a notice to that effect to the office of the Tribunal and the office of the Court of Québec, with a copy to the other parties. The notice must specify the reasons why the proceeding should not be considered lapsed.

The president or the designated judge considers the reasons set out against peremption and makes the decision he or she considers appropriate in the circumstances. A copy of the decision is notified to the parties by the clerk of the Tribunal.

Decision 2007-05-18, s. 60.