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Supreme Court of Canada
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The Supreme Court of Canada (SCC; French: Cour suprême du Canada, CSC) is the highest court of Canada, the final court of appeals in the Canadian justice system.[1]
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Supreme Court of Canada Cour suprême du Canada (French) | |
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![]() Building of the Supreme Court of Canada | |
Established | 8 April 1875 |
Country | Canada |
Location | Ottawa, Ontario |
Coordinates | 45°25'19.00"N 75°42'20.00"W |
Composition method | Judicial appointments in Canada |
Authorized by | Constitution Act, 1867 and Supreme Court Act, 1875 |
Judge term length | Mandatory retirement at age 75 |
Number of positions | 9 |
Website | www.scc-csc.ca |
Chief Justice of Canada | |
Currently | Richard Wagner |
Since | 18 December 2017 |
Lead position ends | 2 April 2032 |
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