The well known Canadian media lawyer Ryder Gilliland has produced a comprehensive report analysing 37 decisions on anti-SLAPP motions in 2023 in the courts of Ontario and British Columbia. His goal is to provide insight into how motions under anti-SLAPP legislation in Ontario and British Columbia are being adjudicated. The report examines macro trends (such as the number of successful anti-SLAPP motions), as well as micro trends (such as which elements of the statutory test are most often met). Continue reading


