Social Security Tribunal Rules of Procedure

Marginal note:What the Tribunal does

• 17 (1) The Tribunal hears appeals in a way that allows parties to participate fully in the appeal process. The Tribunal considers all of the parties’ evidence and arguments and gives a decision.

• Marginal note:How the Tribunal actively adjudicates

  (2) The Tribunal actively adjudicates appeals. Active adjudication may include

  • (a) deciding what issues need to be addressed;

  • (b) deciding what procedures are appropriate in the circumstances;

  • (c) helping parties, representatives and witnesses understand the appeal process and these Rules;

  • (d) providing information about the laws that apply to the appeal;

  • (e) providing information about the evidence;

  • (f) deciding the order for parties to present evidence or arguments at an oral hearing; and

  • (g) asking parties, representatives and witnesses questions.