Prime Minister Mark Carney has selected Manitoba’s head judge to fill an open position on the Supreme Court of Canada.
Manitoba’s Court of King’s Bench Justice Glenn Joyal will leave his provincial position after 15 years to take the place of the retiring Sheilah Martin on the nation’s highest court.
“Throughout his career, Chief Justice Joyal has demonstrated the integrity, experience, and sound judgment that service on our highest court demands,” Carney said in a June 22 press release. “I am confident that he will serve Canadians with distinction.”
His nomination follows the announcement of Martin’s retirement in January. Her retirement took effect May 30….