Majority
The judgment of the Court was delivered orally by
Lamer C.J.
Lamer C.J. ‑‑ A majority, in substantial agreement with Mr. Justice Grange as regards there not being in this case a violation of the oath‑helping rule, would dismiss the appeal. The Chief Justice and Justice McLachlin, in dissent, and in agreement with Mr. Justice Finlayson, would allow the appeal, set aside the conviction and order a new trial.
The appeal is accordingly dismissed.
Judgment accordingly.
Solicitors for the appellant: Duncan, Fava & Schermbrucker, Toronto.
Solicitor for the respondent: Jocelyn Speyer, Toronto.