The Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada (TATC) issues practice directions to help parties understand the Tribunal's rules and procedures. These directions provide clarity on various aspects of the hearing process, ensuring transparency, fairness, and efficiency in adjudicating transportation-related matters.
Practice Direction #1 – Form of Hearing
Effective Date: June 2, 2025
This practice direction explains the different types of hearings conducted by the Tribunal. The TATC aims to be as flexible as possible, ensuring that parties have a fair and efficient opportunity to present their case. Additionally, members of the public who wish to attend a hearing can refer to the TATC Hearing Schedule available on the Tribunal’s website.
Practice Direction #2 – Request for a Private Hearing
Effective Date: June 2, 2025
This practice direction provides guidance on the process for requesting a private hearing. It clarifies the circumstances under which a private hearing may be granted and outlines the necessary steps parties must follow when making such a request.
These practice directions serve to promote consistency and procedural fairness in the Tribunal’s operations while ensuring accessibility for all parties involved.
Practice Direction #3 – Electronic Service of Documents
Currently under review
Practice Direction #4 – Case Management Conferences
Effective Date: October 17, 2022
This practice direction was developed to provide a framework for the use of case management conferences (CMCs) and to make the preliminary procedures more efficient and effective.
This practice direction applies to all Tribunal proceedings, both reviews and appeals, regardless of the transportation sector involved.