**If i take your statement to be true then this person has a valid reason not to be in the court because he is based overseas and coming to Canada is not an option considering the cost involved and the visa issues. so, the best option for him is:
**-tell the defendant that he has a dishonored check and that he will report it to the police so either pay up or get ready for an arrest.
-and the second best option is going to the Small Claims Court.