The Canadian Judicial Council will review the conduct of the Honourable Michel Déziel

Ottawa, 2 May 2013 –The Canadian Judicial Council has indicated that the Chief Justice of the Superior Court of Quebec, having learned of allegations made against the Honourable Michel Déziel during the hearings of the Commission of inquiry into the granting and administration of government contracts in the construction industry, has brought the matter to the attention of the Council.

Council takes seriously all complaints about Superior Court judges. This matter will be reviewed by the Vice-chairperson of the Judicial Conduct Committee. The mandate of the Council is to determine if a judge could be unable to discharge their duties, pursuant to the provisions of the Judges Act.

In the current matter, it is important to note that the allegations are not proven and that the Commission is continuing its work.

Information about the Council, including its Complaints Procedures, can be found on the Council's website at www.cjc-ccm.gc.ca.

Contact: 
Norman Sabourin
Executive Director and Senior General Counsel
(613) 288-1566 ext 313