Tribunals perform adjudicative or regulatory functions in the public justice system. They are established by statute and are essential to the governance of the province. They administer rules for everyday things like employment, housing, health and industry. A tribunal may be referred to as a “board” or “commission.”
Administrative justice tribunals offer accessible decision making and dispute resolution outside of court. Members must hold themselves to the highest standards and ensure procedural fairness. Courts can review most decisions made by tribunals to ensure they acted fairly and according to the law.
