The Court allowed an appeal from an order of a chambers judge approving the sale of property to a third party purchaser (1/2): 2026 BCCA 328 Purssell v. Purssell

The Court dismissed an application to cancel the order of a justice quashing an appeal, finding the judge made no error in interpreting s. 36 of the Class Proceedings Act and following the obiter comments from another case: 2026 BCCA 308 Janssen Inc. v. British Columbia

Did you know nearly all appeal hearings at the Court are broadcast live for anyone to see from anywhere in the world? The Court broadcasts its appeals to make them easier to observe for busy reporters and people who can’t come to the courthouse.

In rare situations, the courts limit the open court principle because of risks in the case. In these cases, courtrooms may be closed to the public and media, or court documents may be “sealed,” meaning the public and media are not allowed to see them (1/3).

Did you know a publication ban does not stop members of the public or media from watching court hearings or asking to see court documents? Publication bans stop publication of information about a case, but courtrooms and many court documents remain open and accessible to anyone.

Judges and staff of the Court of Appeal were honoured to meet Chief Willie Blackwater today. Chief Blackwater delivered an impactful presentation about his groundbreaking involvement in the litigation started by former residents of Indian Residential Schools in British Columbia (1/3).

#DidYouKnow The Planning and Access to Justice Committee reviewed the Court’s practice for receiving and responding to requests under Rule 43 of the Court of Appeal Rules for a five-justice division. The Committee determined that the current process should remain in place (1/2).

#DidYouKnow To hear an appeal, the Court sits a minimum of three justices, known as a “division.” All justices of the Court are also members of the Yukon Court of Appeal, which is comprised additionally of justices of the Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut.

The Court’s new Community Engagement Framework has several objectives: (1) support public confidence in the administration of justice; (2) build stronger relationships with the legal profession and public (1/4);

In his remarks, the Chief Justice stated, “In a global search for harmony, UVic Law is charting a transformative course for others to follow. The opening of this wing is a permanent and beautiful testament to that mission.” (2/2)

Chief Justice Marchand was honoured to witness the opening of the Indigenous Law wing at UVic Faculty of Law on Wednesday. (1/2)

#DidYouKnow In developing a Reconciliation Framework and Action Plan, the Court has considered its responsibility to uphold judicial independence and impartiality. Everyone has the right to have their disputes heard and decided in a fair way (1/2).

A chambers judge granted an application for leave to appeal a decision of a summary conviction appeal judge refusing an application for an extension of time to appeal a guilty plea under the Motor Vehicle Act: www.bccourts.ca/jdb-txt/ca/2...

The Court of Appeal of Yukon allowed an appeal concerning the scope and registration of lien claims under the Miners Lien Act. Read more: www.bccourts.ca/jdb-txt/ca/2...

#DidYouKnow What does the “rule of law” mean? Simply put, it means laws apply to everyone, even the most powerful among us. This constitutional principle ensures the laws are applied equally to individuals, corporations and government officials. No one is above the law.

The BC Court of Appeal congratulates Justice DeWitt-Van Oosten (pictured) on successfully co-chairing the 50th annual National Criminal Law Program in Vancouver, held July 7–11. Her ongoing commitment to the development and practice of criminal law continues to make a meaningful impact.

The Court dismissed an appeal from a judicial review of a decision of the Independent Investigations Office to publish a document summarizing the results of an investigation into the conduct of a police officer. The Court found no reviewable error: www.bccourts.ca/jdb-txt/ca/2...

The Court has allowed an appeal. An insurance broker acting as agent, by its conduct, bound Continental to insure Deason and, by its conduct and by operation of statute, accepted notice of a change in risk, requiring it to defend Deason’s gravel pit operations: www.bccourts.ca/jdb-txt/ca/2...