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An action is a proceeding in which the parties exchange pleadings (i.e., Statement of Claim (similar to a U.S. Complaint), Statement of Defence (similar to a U.S. Answer), and Reply), produce documents, and conduct oral examinations for discovery (similar to a deposition in the U.S.). (Introductory Guide to Civil Litigation in Ontario)

An action is a proceeding in which the parties exchange pleadings (i.e., Statement of Claim (similar to a U.S. Complaint), Statement of Defence (similar to a U.S. Answer), and Reply), produce documents, and conduct oral examinations for discovery (similar to a deposition in the U.S.). (Introductory Guide to Civil Litigation in Ontario)