Due to changes with Canada Post no longer obtaining signatures on registered mail “the Registrar will accept requisitions to note default on a statement of claim where the other requirements to note default are met but the statement of claim was served outside of six months after it was issued and the plaintiff files satisfactory affidavit evidence.”
In an effort to further the “cautious approach in the transition to further normalization of Court of Queen’s Bench hearings … the court will be further enhancing its in-person judicial service commencing with the fall term on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, until further notice.”
A list of full protocols is provided in the notice.
See here for previous Notices and Practice Directions.
This notice is the latest revision to the Model for Scheduling and Case Flow Management in respect of family proceedings. It addresses the specific matters to be heard by Masters and the process involved.
Previous notices and practice directives can be found on the Courts website.
All levels of the Manitoba courts have issued a notice regarding the easing of restrictions in the new public health order. These changes are still being reviewed and until further notice those attending the laws courts will still be required to follow protocol including initial screening conducted by sheriffs officers, wearing of masks, appropriate social distancing and sanitation measures.
“A party is not required to amend a pleading filed prior to the amendments coming into force on March 1, 2021, to obtain an order pursuant to the amended Divorce Act.”
See the full notice for clarification on the transitional provisions.
“Effective immediately, Sean Checkowski, Queen’s Bench Trial and Motion Coordinator, will be scheduling all Family Division Notices of Application returnable before the Master.”
In order to allow the general public to view open hearings, while still maintaining health protocols, the Court of Queen’s Bench has allowed for the viewing of Online and Teleconference hearings.
Click on the notice above to read the full instructions on how to request access and the protocols expected to be followed when participating in these events.
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