By James R.G. Cook ( March 5, 2025, 1:21 PM EST) -- While motions for summary judgment may be unsuitable if there are contested issues involving credibility or significant facts, Rules 20.04(2.1) and (2.2) of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure provide a motion judge with the discretion to determine if the need for a trial can be avoided by weighing the evidence, evaluating the credibility of a deponent, or drawing any reasonable inference from the evidence. One additional factor that is often considered by the motion judge in such cases is whether all parties have agreed to have matter determined by summary judgment....