General

s.16 — Notice of facts and opinions

Statutory Powers Procedure Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. S.22

Official text

16 A tribunal may, in making its decision in any proceeding, (a) take notice of facts that may be judicially noticed; and (b) take notice of any generally recognized scientific or technical facts, information or opinions within its scientific or specialized knowledge.

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Reproduced from Ontario e-Laws under the King's Printer for Ontario (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Statutory Powers Procedure Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. S.22 — Consolidation period: July 1, 2025 - e-Laws currency date (June 4, 2026). Always confirm the current version on e-Laws. General information, not legal advice.