Judicial Appointments

Alberta Court of Justice Candidates

Lawyers with at least 10 years at the Bar can apply to become a Justice of the Alberta Court of Justice.
Applications are considered first by the Judicial Council, which makes recommendations. The Alberta Court of Justice Nominating Committee (PCNC) decides whether or not recommended applicants will be interviewed by the PCNC.

Only candidates recommended for appointment by the PCNC are placed on the Appointment Eligibility List from which the Minister of Justice selects a candidate to fill a vacancy on the Court.

• Application Process and Form for Court of Justice Candidates

Justice of the Peace Candidates

The Alberta Court of Justice welcomes the interest of qualified lawyers who wish to be considered for appointment as a full-time or part-time Justice of the Peace. Applicants must be a Canadian citizen and a member in good standing of the Law Society of Alberta, with a minimum of five years at the Bar. 

Applications are considered first by the Judicial Council, which makes recommendations. The Alberta Court of Justice Nominating Committee (ACOJNC) decides whether or not recommended applicants will be interviewed by the ACOJNC.

Only candidates recommended for appointment by the PCNC are placed on the Justice of the Peace Appointment Eligibility List from which the Minister of Justice selects a candidate to fill a vacancy.

• Application Process and Form for Justice of the Peace Candidates