Progress Report from the Action Committee on Modernizing Court Operations

The Action Committee on Modernizing Court Operations, a body that provides guidance to modernize Canadian court operations and improve access to justice, has released its 2023-2024 Progress Report:

"Its work targets all levels of Canadian courts, in all types of court matters, including criminal, civil and family. The Action Committee also acts as a hub for information sharing, coordination and collaboration among judicial and justice partners who work in court operations across the country. Additionally, it identifies areas of further study that may interest policymakers, academics, and training providers in the field of court operations."

The report some of the Committee's latest work in areas such as:

• improving court operations for Indigenous court users
• increasing access to justice for court users
• guidance focusing on virtual and hybrid hearings in family matters
• supporting emergency preparedness so Canadian courts can face the challenges of pandemics, severe weather, and wildfires

Membership of the Committee includes the Chief Justice of Canada, senior judges from many provinces, and provincial ministers.