Justice Canada: Supporting Canada’s response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Access to justice and well-functioning justice and court systems are fundamental to a just and fair Canadian society. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has created challenges that have impacted the Canadian justice system. To address these challenges, Justice Canada is taking action to support Canada’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read about these actions below:

Latest

Statement by Minister Lametti on Royal Assent of legislation to improve the flexibility and efficiency of the criminal justice system

Service on the Crown

Temporary e-service measures in place to support access to justice

Legislative and other measures

Find all of the Government of Canada’s legislative and other measures related to COVID-19 available in one spot

Family support obligations

Order respecting Time Limits and Other Periods Established by the Garnishment, Attachment, and Pension Diversion Act (COVID-19)

Answers to questions about child and family support and other family law matters in the context of COVID-19

Action Committee on court operations

Learn more about the Committee and how it’s supporting provincial and territorial governments, individual courts, and court administrators by working together to progressively restore the full operation of Canada’s courts

Resources for employees

Latest information and guidance for Justice Canada employees on working safely and effectively during COVID-19