Courtready’s Schedule of Special Limitation Periods in Ontario
A searchable schedule of the special limitation periods preserved under s. 19 of Ontario’s Limitations Act, 2002, which override the Act’s general periods. Last updated: June 10, 2026.
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Ontario's Special Limitation Period Exceptions
This searchable schedule lists the special limitation periods preserved under section 19 of Ontario's Limitations Act, 2002. These periods are set out in other statutes and override the Act's general two-year basic period and fifteen-year ultimate period. Search by Act, provision, or section, then expand any entry for the governing wording, the period, and a link to the source. Check out our other free tools below.
This is a reference list, not a calculator: it shows which provisions carry their own limitation periods, but it does not compute a deadline for your situation. The listed provisions and their periods change as statutes are amended, so always confirm the current wording on e-Laws before relying on an entry. To run a date, use our Ontario Limitation Period Calculator.
Disclaimer: This tool is provided for reference purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify limitation periods against the current legislation and seek legal advice when appropriate. For questions or to report an error, please email admin [at] courtready.ca.
Common Questions
What are special limitation periods in Ontario?
Special limitation periods are limitation periods set out in statutes other than the Limitations Act, 2002. Under section 19 of that Act, the periods listed in its Schedule override the general two-year basic period and the fifteen-year ultimate period. This page collects those provisions in one searchable place.
How do these exceptions relate to the basic two-year limitation period?
The basic two-year period (section 4) and the ultimate fifteen-year period (section 15) apply unless another rule displaces them. Section 19 preserves the specific limitation periods in the Acts listed in the Schedule, so where one of those provisions governs a claim, its special period applies instead of the general one.
Does this tool calculate my limitation deadline?
No. It is a reference schedule, not a calculator: it shows which provision sets a special limitation period and what that period is, but it does not compute a date for your matter. To run a date, use our Ontario Limitation Period Calculator.
Is this list complete and up to date?
It reflects the provisions preserved under section 19 as of the last update shown on the tool above. Statutes are amended and provisions are added or repealed over time, so always confirm the current wording on Ontario's e-Laws before relying on an entry.
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