1. Decision on Venue Transfer (November 13, 2024):

   • The defendants successfully moved to transfer the action from Milton to the Toronto Region.
   • The court applied Rule 13.1.02(2)(b) of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure, considering factors like the location of events, convenience, and justice.
   • The court determined that the case had no significant connection to Milton. The project, contractual negotiations, and relevant events occurred in Toronto.
   • The plaintiffs’ argument that the transfer would delay proceedings was not persuasive.
   • Final ruling: Transfer granted, and the court directed a case conference to establish a timetable for further proceedings?.

2. Costs Decision (November 28, 2024):

   • The court awarded costs to the defendants as the successful party in the motion for venue transfer.
   • The plaintiffs were ordered to pay $2,980 on a partial indemnity basis, reflecting the principle of proportionality and fairness?.

Final Outcome:

• The defendants achieved success on the venue transfer motion and were awarded costs of $2,980.
• The case will proceed in Toronto, with the next steps to be determined through a scheduled case conference.