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Carney nominates Manitoba’s Glenn Joyal to Supreme Court
The independent advisory board shortlisted candidates for the vacancy after Justice Sheilah Martin retired at the end of May, officials said.
- On Monday, June 22, 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney nominated Manitoba Chief Justice Glenn Joyal to fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court of Canada.
- The selection process for the vacancy began in March to replace Justice Sheilah Martin, who retired at the end of May.
- Joyal has served as chief justice of the Court of King's Bench of Manitoba since 2011, with a career spanning more than 25 years and recognition including the Golden Jubilee Medal and King Charles III Coronation Medal.
- Federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser praised Joyal's "extraordinary service and commitment to the legal community," while Carney noted his integrity and judgment.
- Candidates for the nine-judge Supreme Court must have been a superior court judge or member of the bar for at least 10 years, according to appointment rules.
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Supreme Court nominee Joyal cites access to justice, outreach as key contributions
OTTAWA — Supreme Court of Canada nominee Glenn Joyal describes himself as a "candid and constructive spokesperson" for Manitoba's highest trial court and the judiciary.
·Halton Hills, Canada
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