John Doe v Jane Roe 2018 NSSC 174
The NSSC confirmed media to be given Notice/right to appear, on a motion to avoid the Notice so as not to further alleged blackmail. This decision is useful because of its scope.


Haaretz.com v Goldhar 2018 SCC 28
The S.C.C. held that the appeal on the issue of jurisdiction in this on-line defamation case is allowed, clarifying the test for internet defamation jurisdiction.


Toronto Star v AG Ontario 2018 ONSC 2586
The ONSC has ruled that the open courts principle applies to administrative tribunals in Ontario.


Lisbona v Postmedia Network Inc et al 2018 QCCS
The Quebec Superior Court dismisses a $500k libel suit against Postmedia as a SLAPP.


R v Backer 2018 BCPC 72
The BC Provincial Court granted access to a defence document filed in a criminal case alleging illegal searches and Charter breaches.