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The Court of Appeal is the highest court in the province. It hears appeals from the Supreme Court, from the Provincial Court on some criminal matters, and reviews and appeals from some administrative boards and tribunals.
The Court of Appeal is constituted by the Court of Appeal Act, S.B.C. 2021, c. 6. The Court of Appeal Act provides for a Chief Justice and 14 other justices, as well as for supernumerary justices. Thus, the Court of Appeal actually has more than 15 judges. The Chief Justice of British Columbia heads the Court of Appeal.
The Court of Appeal has a registrar who, in addition to other administrative duties, hears matters related to the settling of orders and bills of costs.
Court of Appeal Act and Rules (Quick Links)
Effective 18 July 2022
- Court of Appeal Act, S.B.C. 2021, c. 6
- Court of Appeal Rules, BC Reg. 120/2022 | Amendments to Rules OIC 631/2023 (27 Nov 2023)
- How to file materials | Registrar's Filing Directive
- Forms, Completion Instructions, and Templates
- Practice Directives
- Remote Appearances - Practice Directive
- Request to Appear Remotely
- Chambers Applications - Practice Directive
- Process Overview Charts (Appellant | Respondent)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
November 26, 2024
JUDICIAL RETIREMENT - MADAM JUSTICE MARY V. NEWBURY
The Honourable Madam Justice Mary V. Newbury retired from the Court of Appeal for British Columbia and the Court of Appeal of Yukon on November 26, 2024. Justice Newbury was appointed to the BC Supreme Court in 1991 and the Court of Appeal in 1995. As a trial judge, Justice Newbury was recognized for her sympathetic understanding of the litigants before her, and for her unparalleled intellect. Those traits continued to define her work on the Court of Appeal. The Court of Appeal extends its deepest gratitude for Justice Newbury’s commitment to justice and wishes her the best for her retirement.
November 15, 2024
POSTAL STRIKE
The BC Court of Appeal is aware of the ongoing Canada Post strike and its potential impact on court-related mail.
Should you experience any delays or issues, please contact the court registry for assistance. More details can be found on the contact section of our website.