2019

This updated Notice to the Public replaces the Notice to the Public issued by the Chief Justice of British Columbia on 20 April 2020. It includes new information regarding the continued suspension of service and filing deadlines and an amended Court Proceedings by Video Conference Form.

The following updates from all Federal and Provincial Courts will be updated as new information is released. 

"Open accessible courts are fundamental to our democracy. The rule of law depends on it. However, the public, litigants, court staff, court participants, counsel, judges and the media need to know that when they come to court they will be safe."

Under the Queen's Counsel Act, the Lieutenant-Governor in Council, on the recommendation of the Attorney General, may bestow on lawyers in British Columbia the honorary title of Queen's Counsel (QC) to recognize exceptional merit and contribution to the legal profession. To make this appointment process more transparent and accessible, the Ministry of Attorney General has a formal system for nominating candidates.

The Court is resuming some operations. This notice sets out what matters will be phased in over the coming weeks and what matters continue to be adjourned.

The Court is now preparing to resume trial management conferences and civil and family trials.

D’Sa was called to the bar in 2008 and is currently the managing partner of Narwal Litigation LLP, a firm devoted to criminal defence, personal injury, professional regulation and securities litigation.

Government has issued two emergency orders that temporarily suspend in-person execution requirements for wills and personal planning instruments, including representation agreements and enduring powers of attorney.

The Court is now working toward the resumption of regular court operations. This notice gives directions about criminal proceedings scheduled for June 1, 2020 and following.

The Court of Appeal is taking the following steps to ensure that accredited media and other members of the public have access to, and can observe, court proceedings during this exceptional time.