Supreme Court of Canada
Nation's top bench
The Supreme Court of Canada is the highest court in Canada, serving as the final court of appeal for all legal matters.
Established in 1875, it hears cases on constitutional, criminal, civil, and administrative law.
The court consists of nine justices appointed by the Governor General on the Prime Minister's advice: The Supreme Court of Canada struck down the law as unconstitutional.
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Tribunal for low-value cases
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Elected parliamentary chamber
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