• Case Date: November 3, 2023
• Plaintiff: Jessica McGaw - Defendant: Sobeys Capital Inc.
• Financial Award/Costs: The Defendant is entitled to its costs of the recusal motion on a substantial indemnity basis. Quantum of costs to be determined through submissions.

Key Points:

Background

• Plaintiff initiated a wrongful dismissal action and filed a Jury Notice.
• Plaintiff claimed wrongful termination without just cause, seeking damages, including aggravated and punitive damages.
• Plaintiff alleged that a fellow employee fabricated allegations, leading to her termination, and that the investigation was conducted in bad faith.

Conclusion

• The Plaintiff's motion for recusal was dismissed.
• The Defendant is entitled to substantial indemnity costs for the recusal motion.
• The Plaintiff's motion was considered without merit and possibly an attempt at reverse judge shopping.