National Arbitration Rules

Arbitration Rules

Section I of the National Arbitration Rules contains a Model Dispute Resolution Clause.

All disputes arising out of or in connection with this agreement, or in respect of any legal relationship associated with or derived from this agreement, shall be arbitrated and finally resolved, pursuant to the National Arbitration Rules of the ADR Institute of Canada, Inc. [the Simplified Arbitration Rules of the ADR Institute of Canada, Inc.]. The place of arbitration shall be [specify City and Province of Canada]. The language of the arbitration shall be English or French [specify language].

Section II provides parties with the flexibility to agree to modify the rules as required.

Parties should examine the National Arbitration Rules to ensure that all the provisions are suitable and appropriate in the circumstances and conform to the law governing the arbitration. With certain specified exceptions, the Rules may be varied, by agreement.