How Ontario Manufacturers Can Use Mediation And Arbitration To Reduce Risk

In manufacturing, disputes rarely affect just one area of the business. A supply disruption, a quality or warranty issue, or a terminated distribution agreement can quickly affect production timelines, customer commitments, and revenue in the ongoing operation of the business. What begins as a legal risk often becomes a business risk. 

For manufacturers in Ontario and across Canada, dispute resolution is therefore a strategic decision. The choice of forum can shape the outcome as much as the strength of the case itself. Mediation and arbitration perform very different functions. Understanding that distinction is critical to selecting the right tools, at the right time, for the right reasons, and in the right combination.