In honour of its 150th anniversary, the Supreme Court of Canada hosted a ceremonial opening of the judicial year on October 6, 2025. Ceremonies to mark the start of a new session are held in some Canadian provinces and in many jurisdictions around the world. They provide an opportunity for the legal community to get together and reflect on current issues facing the justice system.
This ceremony marked the first ceremonial opening of the judicial year at the Supreme Court since the mid-1980s.
Watch the floor video of the ceremony here
Watch the English video of the ceremony here
Watch the French video here