Overview:

• Applicants sought a determination that arbitrator Hon. Colin L. Campbell, Q.C., erred in claiming jurisdiction over the relief sought by respondents in a 2022 statement.

Background:

• In 2005, Lebovic agreed to donate $20 million to UJA for naming rights to a campus, with an arbitration clause included for disputes.
• Disputes arose over payments and the sale of campus lands, leading to multiple arbitrations.

Key Points:

• 2015 Arbitration: UJA initiated arbitration over the sale of campus land and unpaid installments.
• Consent Order (2015): Disputes resolved with a clause referring future disputes to the arbitrator.
• 2021 Arbitration: UJA commenced arbitration regarding refinancing the campus and naming rights.
• Jurisdictional Challenge: Lebovic objected to the arbitrator's jurisdiction after 18 months of participation.

Court Findings:

• Waiver of Jurisdictional Challenge: The court found that Lebovic waived the right to object by participating in the arbitration and filing counterclaims.
• Consistency of Arbitral Process: Multiple arbitrations for related issues would lead to unnecessary costs and inconsistencies.

Decision:

• Application dismissed.
• Costs: Applicants to pay respondents $26,610.61 within thirty days.