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The Tribunal's Decision
- How does the Review Tribunal reach a decision?
- When will I get the decision?
- Is the hearing taped? Will I get a transcript of my Review Tribunal hearing?
- Can I appeal the Review Tribunal's decision?
- Is there a way to re-open a Review Tribunal decision?
- I have a complaint. What do I do?
- Q4.1 How does the Review Tribunal reach a decision?
- A4.1 Before the hearing each Tribunal member reviews your Hearing File, which is exactly the same as the one you received. To
make their decision, the Tribunal members study all the information in the Hearing File, review any new material they have received, and consider
everything that was said at your hearing.
After the hearing, members of the Review Tribunal meet privately to discuss your appeal. Their decision is based only on the information available to them at your hearing.
If at least two members of the Review Tribunal decide in your favour, your appeal is allowed. The Review Tribunal sends its decision and reasons to the OCRT which is responsible for sending the decision to all parties. - Q4.2 When will I get the decision?
- A4.2 Usually, we will send you the Review Tribunal's decision along with written reasons about eight weeks after your hearing. Some decisions may require more time due to the complexity of the issues.
- Q4.3 Is the hearing taped? Will I get a transcript of my Review Tribunal hearing?
- A4.3 No. Taping is not permitted. The hearing is not recorded, and there are no transcripts. However, you will get your decision and the reasons for the decision in writing.
- Q4.4 Can I appeal the Review Tribunal's decision?
- A4.4 Yes, if you or another party wish to appeal the Review Tribunal's decision under CPP, you must ask the Pension Appeal's Board's
permission (see Levels of Appeal - CPP) for the right to make an appeal. That request, known
as 'requesting leave to appeal' must be made within 90 days of receiving the Tribunal's decision.
Information about appeal to the Pension Appeals board will be sent to you with the Review Tribunal decision.Under the OAS Act, the Review Tribunal's decision is final and binding on the parties to the appeal. Under certain circumstances, the Review Tribunal's decision may be reviewed by the Federal of Court of Canada. For more information see Levels of Appeal - For Old Age Security (OAS) and Federal Court of Canada.
- Q4.5 Is there a way to re-open a Review Tribunal decision?
- A4.5 Yes, a Review Tribunal may re-open a previous Review Tribunal decision under certain circumstances. More information about re-opening can be found in the Applicant Information Sheet: Reopening a previous Review Tribunal decision – Canada Pension Plan disability.
- Q4.6 I have a complaint. What do I do?
- A4.6 Send your complaint in writing to the Commissioner of Review Tribunals in writing.
