In the province of Ontario, Canada, dog ownership comes with a set of legal responsibilities, including liability for any harm caused by one’s pet. However, there are exceptions and defenses available to dog owners under [...]

The Dog Owners’ Liability Act (DOLA) in Ontario enforces strict liability on dog owners. This means owners are financially responsible for injuries caused by their dog’s bite or attack, regardless of breed or prior behavior. [...]

In Ontario, as in many jurisdictions, dog owners are generally held to a strict liability standard when their dogs cause harm to others. This means that regardless of the owner’s knowledge or negligence, they may [...]