Déposer un appel ou une demande

Learn about the Tribunal’s appeal and application process and filing requirements.

The Tribunal hears appeals, applications, complaints, and disputes under various Ontario’s agriculture and agri‑food legislations.

Step 1: Start with what your matter is regarding and confirm if AAPT can help
Step 2: Check what documents are required to initiate your case
Step 3: Use the appropriate forms to file a case by sending an email to: aapt@ontario.ca

Not sure where your case fits?
See the Legislations AAPT works with or contact the Tribunal.

My matter deals with...	What AAPT can help with	Here's how to get started
Normal Farm Practices	Applications about whether an agricultural activity is a normal farm practice under the Farming and Food Production Protection Act, 1998. These cases may involve concerns about: Noise, odour, dust, or other impacts Municipal by-laws affecting farm operations	Submit the application form with supporting information.
Drainage	Appeals related to municipal drainage projects and decisions affecting agricultural land. These may include: Engineer’s reports Drainage assessments and costs Municipal council decisions	A Notice of Appeal must be filed through the municipal clerk.
Regulated Commodity	Appeals from decisions of Marketing Boards, the Ontario Farm Products Marketing Commission, or Directors under the Farm Products Marketing Act and Milk Act. These may involve: Quota or production decisions Licensing and compliance matters Penalties or exemptions	Submit a written request for a hearing with a copy of the decision.
Licensing and Regulatory	Appeals of licensing or enforcement decisions under various statutes, including: Food Safety and Quality Act Animal Health Act Livestock-related statutes Grains Act	Submit a written appeal outlining: The decision being challenged Reasons for the appeal The outcome requested
Agricultural Products Insurance	Disputes between AgriCorp and insured producers. These may involve: Eligibility for coverage Claims and loss assessments Payment decisions	Submit a written appeal describing the decision, reasons, and requested outcome.
Farm Registration and Funding	Applications related to: Farm organization accreditation Special funding eligibility Religious exemptions	Submit the applicable application form. A hearing may be required in some cases.
Assessment Act	Appeals regarding eligibility for the Farm Property Class tax rate. These matters must be referred to the Tribunal by the Assessment Review Board.	Referral must be made through the Assessment Review Board.
Farm Implements Act	Disputes between purchasers and suppliers of farm equipment. These may involve: Warranty or repair issues Dealer or distributor agreements Contractual obligations	Mediation may be required before requesting a hearing.
Commodity Board Member Conduct	Applications concerning the conduct or eligibility of commodity board members.	Submit an application with details and supporting documentation.
Agricultural Employees Protection Act Complaints	Complaints regarding employee rights in agricultural workplaces.	Submit a written complaint outlining the issue and relevant details.

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