This paper examines the use of questioning transcripts and notices to admit under rules 5.31 and 6.37 of the Rules of Court. It discusses the application of these rules, limitations and clarifications provided by case law, and practical tips for utilizing these evidentiary rules. This paper also provides some brief commentary on other evidentiary rules, including non-suits (rule 8.20) and exclusion of witnesses (rules 8.12 and 8.13).

This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Rules of Court 2017 program held in Edmonton on April 6, 2017 and in Calgary on April 20, 2017.