The form completed by the appellant or respondent to begin a process in chambers.

The form completed by the appellant to start the appeal process.

An order, such as those set out in Rule 11, that requires leave to appeal. Rule 11 sets out the types of orders for which leave to appeal is required in order to commence your appeal. A party bringing an appeal or cross appeal must apply for leave to appeal if the order being appealed in a limited appeal order.

Permission of a judge in chambers or a division of judges to do something. It is most often used in the context of getting permission to commence an appeal, which is required in certain types of cases. For example, “leave to appeal” refers to seeking permission from the court or a justice to appeal an order.

Final decision by the Court in a legal proceeding. The terms “judgment” and “decision” are interchangeable. A judgment may be written or given orally in court.

A person who has been granted leave under Rule 61 (intervener status) to intervene in an appeal.

Interlocutory refers to a decision in a lawsuit that is not final. It is a temporary decision on a matter that arises between commencement of the proceeding and its conclusion. For example, the court may order an interlocutory order for child support until the trial has concluded.

The list of inactive appeals that the Registrar maintains (see Rule 49(1)).

Written submissions filed with the court. Factums include the following parts: cover page, table of contents, chronology, opening statement, statement of facts, errors in judgment or issues on appeal, argument, and nature of order sought. Word templates are available. Follow the completion instructions for Factums here.

Evidence that was relied upon by the lower court or tribunal.