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SCC Mission and Objectives
Mandate
To advance the cause of justice in hearing and deciding, as final arbiter,
legal questions of fundamental importance.
Mission Statement
As the final court of appeal, the Supreme Court of Canada serves Canadians
by leading the development of common and civil law through its decisions
on questions of public importance.
The Court is committed to :
- The rule of law.
- Independence and impartiality.
- Accessibility to justice.
The Office of the Registrar supports the Court by :
- Providing responsive administrative services.
- Nurturing the dedication, pride and professionalism of its
employees.
- Respecting diversity and linguistic duality.
- Collaborating with other courts and legal institutions.
Strategic Objectives
- To ensure the independence of the Court as an institution
within the framework of sound public administration.
- To improve access to the Court and its services.
- To process hearings and decisions promptly.
- To provide the information base that the Court needs to fulfill
its mandate.
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