Residents in the Tri-Cities now have full access to Supreme Court services closer to home, with the launch of a fully equipped registry at the Port Coquitlam courthouse, located at 2620 Mary Hill Road.
The new registry counter enables in-person filing and access to court records for Supreme Court civil and family matters—services that previously required travel to Vancouver or New Westminster.
“The Tri-Cities is one of the fastest-growing regions in B.C. and is experiencing an increased demand for court resources and services,” said Attorney General Niki Sharma in a statement. “This new registry counter means individuals and families can access timely justice services right in their community.”
The Port Coquitlam courthouse has offered limited Supreme Court filing services since 2021. With recent upgrades and training, registry staff can now fully manage Supreme Court processes locally, the Province said in a news release.
Planning is also underway to renovate the courthouse, which will include two additional Supreme Court courtrooms, including one specifically designed for secure jury trials. Once complete, the facility will house four courtrooms capable of hearing civil, family, and criminal matters.
“This is great news for people in Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam and Port Moody,” said Port Coquitlam MLA Mike Farnworth. “With this investment, local residents will see real improvements in the accessibility and efficiency of our court system.”
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