Deputy Judges Council

Ministry

Attorney General

Address

130 QUEEN ST. W
TORONTO
M5H2N5

Background

Courts of Justice Act (opens a new window)

Function

The council will review and approve standards of conduct for deputy judges as established by the Chief Justice, review and approve a plan for the continuing education of deputy judges as established by the Chief Justice, and make recommendations on matters affecting deputy judges.

Membership

The council is composed of, (a) the Chief Justice of the Superior Court of Justice, or another judge of the Superior Court of Justice designated by the Chief Justice; (b) a regional senior judge of the Superior Court of Justice, appointed by the Chief Justice; (c) a judge of the Superior Court of Justice, appointed by the Chief Justice; (d) a provincial judge who was assigned to the Provincial Court (Civil Division) immediately before September 1, 1990, or a deputy judge, appointed by the Chief Justice; (e) three persons who are neither judges nor lawyers, appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council on the Attorney General's recommendation. The Chief Justice of the Superior Court of Justice, or his or her designate, shall chair the meetings.

Term

There is no limitation in legislation.

Meetings

The council meets approximately four times a year.

Remuneration

Appointees are remunerated according to Schedule A, Level 2 of the Agencies and Appointments Directive.

Appointments & Vacancies