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Ontario’s $65 million investment to expand access to virtual and hybrid hearings is helping break down barriers and bring justice services closer to home.
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Since 2021, we have equipped approximately 275 courtrooms for hybrid proceedings and will complete 338 upgrades in total by the end of the year.
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Expanding access to justice through digital transformation.
As part of the government’s plan to modernize Ontario’s court system and #ProtectOntario, the Ontario Courts Public Portal and Ontario Court of Appeal Public Portal are making it easier to access court services online.
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Since launching both portals, over 65,000 users have registered and over 352,000 online submissions have been made.
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Since launching both portals, over 65,000 users have registered and over 352,000 online submissions have been made.
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Today is #FrancoOntarianDay.
The Franco-Ontarian flag is a symbol of pride, identity and solidarity in the Franco-Ontario community.
The flag also represents Ontario’s commitment to provide French-language services in our justice system, including in the courts.
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Have you received a traffic ticket or fine?
You can check its status online and see:
☑️ How much you owe
☑️ Where to pay
☑️ How to request a meeting with a prosecutor before your trial
🔗: ontario.ca/page/check-status…
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Most Ontario courts and court offices will be closed on September 30 for #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation.
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Only select urgent matters will be heard in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, and only Weekend and Statutory Holiday (bail) courts will operate in the Ontario Court of Justice.
🔗: ontariocourts.ca/
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The Judicial Appointments Advisory Committee is seeking applicants for judicial appointments across the province.
Apply now to be considered for priority vacancies in Cornwall, Elliot Lake, Pembroke, Thunder Bay and Timmins.
Learn more: ontariocourts.ca/ocj/jaac/ad…
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If you are a victim of domestic violence and are going through the family court process, you may be able for support from a family court support worker.
Learn more about finding a family court support worker in your community:
🔗: ontario.ca/page/family-court…
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Going to court can be costly and time-consuming.
There are alternative dispute resolution options to consider, including mediation, arbitration, or negotiation.
Learn more:🔗: ontario.ca/page/civil-claims…
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Are you interested in becoming a justice of the peace?
Don’t wait for an active job posting – you can start observing court now!
Click on this link for frequently asked questions, including how to observe justices of the peace presiding in court.
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ontariocourts.ca/ocj/jpaac/f…
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Ontario courthouses and Crown Attorney’s Offices will never call or text you asking for sensitive personal information.
⚠️ Get more information of types of scams through the link below.
🔗: ontario.ca/page/report-scam-…
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Family mediation can be a quick, affordable and private way to deal with disputes during a separation.
Depending on your situation, it can help resolve parenting, support or property division issues without having to go to court.
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Ontario provides free, independent legal advice to survivors of sexual assault.
Services are available provincewide by phone or video chat.
Learn more:🔗: ontario.ca/page/independent-…
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#DYK September is Guide Dog Awareness Month?
Service animals are allowed in all areas of a courthouse that are open to the public.
Before your court date, contact your local courthouse’s Accessibility Coordinator to discuss accommodations you need.
🔗: ontario.ca/page/going-court-…
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Are you, or someone you know, interested in becoming a justice of the peace in Ontario?
To be notified when recruitment opportunities become available, please subscribe here: ontariocourts.ca/ocj/jpaac/a…
For more information, please visit🔗: ontariocourts.ca/ocj/jpaac/c…
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Ontario’s family mediation and information services help families reach agreements that put the health and well-being of children first.
Learn more about what resources are available for you and your family:
🔗: ontario.ca/page/family-justi…
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Are you thinking about making a charitable donation?
Ontario’s Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee protects the public by overseeing how charities operate.
Check out our tips for donors on charitable giving:
🔗: ontario.ca/page/charities-on…
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