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The two argued there was a breach of their right to timely justice because the case was delayed beyond the ceiling of 18 months for a trial in provincial court.

The Crown acknowledged the delay exceeded the limit but argued it was justified by the case's complexity.

A judge found the delay was not justified and ordered a stay of proceedings — a decision that was upheld by the Ontario Court of Appeal.

In a ruling from the bench after a hearing, the Supreme Court set aside the stay and sent the case back for trial, adding that reasons for its decision would come later.

This report by ºÃÉ«tvwas first published Dec. 4, 2025.