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Minister Sean Fraser Announces Judicial Appointments to Address Court Backlogs
Federal government appoints experienced trial judges to Superior Courts in Ontario and Quebec to speed up criminal and civil proceedings.
Choseno Civic News Desk August 10, 2026 1 min read ON, CA
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OTTAWA, Ont. — Minister of Justice Sean Fraser announced new judicial appointments to provincial superior courts, addressing trial delays in major metropolitan centers.
Ensuring Timely Justice
"A functioning democracy requires timely access to justice for victims and defendants alike," Fraser said in a statement.
Merit-Based Appointments
The appointees bring extensive experience in commercial arbitration, constitutional litigation, and criminal defense.
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Sean FraserJudiciaryCourtsJusticeOttawa
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