Established on July 2, 2003, the Courts Administration Service (CAS) was created as a single point of service for the Federal Court of Appeal, the Federal Court, the Court Martial Appeal Court of Canada, and the Tax Court of Canada (the Courts). CAS would deliver efficient judicial, registry and administrative services supporting the Courts while functioning at arm’s length from the executive and legislative branches of government.

Over the past 15 years, CAS has played an integral role in Canada’s justice system. The organization enhances the independence of the judiciary by enabling the Courts to hear and resolve cases before them fairly, in a timely manner and as efficiently as possible. Given the national and itinerant nature of the Courts, CAS delivers court and registry services in various locations across the country. CAS also provides security services so hearings can be conducted in an environment free from fear, harassment, intimidation and external threats. In addition, CAS supports expedient, fair and accurate access, in either official language, to the litigation processes of the Courts to allow individuals, companies, organizations and the Government of Canada access to justice to resolve disputes.

CAS continually strives to be responsive to the evolving needs of the Courts and their clients, seeking to adopt innovations and best practices that will enhance the delivery of administrative, judicial and registry services. The aim is to improve the effectiveness of support provided to the Courts — taking into account the independence of each Court in the conduct of its affairs — while ensuring transparency and full accountability for the use of public funds.

Every day, our work supports the delivery of justice for all Canadians. CAS and its employees are proud to have served the Courts for 15 years.