Supreme Court of Canada

The Supreme Court of Canada Building is the official seat of the Supreme Court of Canada, located in Ottawa, Ontario. Opened in 1949, the building houses Canada's highest court, where judges hear appeals and interpret the Constitution, legislation, and legal principles of Canada. Designed by renowned British architect Ernest Cormier, the building reflects a combination of modern and Gothic architectural influences. Situated just west of the Parliament Buildings on a bluff overlooking the Ottawa River, and set back from Wellington Street by expansive lawns, the building provides a dignified setting for the country's highest tribunal. The Supreme Court of Canada Building contains courtrooms, judicial offices, and facilities supporting the work of the Court. It stands as a national symbol of justice, judicial independence, and the rule of law in Canada.