Small Claims Court in Ontario is governed by public rules and procedures set by the provincial court system, not by this site. Here's how our content relates to that.
What this content is based on
Pages on this site describe the general Small Claims Court process — filing, serving, defending, settlement conferences, trials, and enforcement — based on how that process generally works in Ontario. Specific, verifiable figures we cite, such as the monetary limit for a claim, standard filing fees, or a limitation period, are stated plainly; other outcomes are described in general terms because they genuinely depend on the facts of each case, not because we're being vague on purpose.
Where to find official sources yourself
For the official, authoritative version of any rule, form, or fee, always check directly with the Ontario court system rather than relying solely on a summary from this or any other unofficial site. This site is a starting point for understanding the process in plain language — not a replacement for checking the official source when it matters, such as immediately before filing or meeting a deadline.
How often pages are revisited
Most articles show a "reviewed for accuracy as of" date. We revisit pages periodically, and sooner if we become aware of a specific change to the process they describe or a reader reports something that looks out of date — see Contact to let us know.
When rules genuinely change
Court rules, forms, and fees can and do change over time. If a specific figure we cite (like a fee or a monetary limit) changes, our goal is to update the relevant pages — but there can be a gap between an official change taking effect and our pages catching up. When the exact current number matters for something you're about to do, confirm it with an official source first.
Seeing a page that seems out of date
If you notice a page that references an outdated fee, form, or process, we want to know — see Editorial Policy for how corrections work, or use the Contact form directly.
Frequently asked questions
Is this site an official government source?
No. This site is an independent educational resource, not affiliated with the Ontario government or the courts. For official, authoritative information, check directly with the Ontario court system.
How do I know if a fee or figure on this site is still current?
Check the "reviewed for accuracy as of" date near the top of the page, and confirm any figure that matters for something you're about to do — like a fee or deadline — with an official source before relying on it.
What should I do if I find outdated information?
Use the Contact form with the page and what looks wrong — see Editorial Policy for how we handle corrections.