Ontario Juror Resource Center

Courthouse contacts, legal aid, support services, and smart tools—everything an Ontario juror needs in one place.

Whether you just opened a jury summons or you are mid-trial and searching for practical support, this hub condenses dozens of scattered government pages into a single, plain-language resource. Use the live search boxes to find numbers fast, explore interactive tools for quick answers, and bookmark the links that matter most to your situation.

Ontario Courthouse Directory

Start typing a city, street, or phone number below. The list filters instantly so you can confirm where to report and which juror information line to call after 5 p.m. the night before attendance.

  • Toronto SCJ — 361 University Ave, Toronto — 416-327-5558
  • Toronto OCJ — 60 Queen St W, Toronto — 416-327-5969
  • Ottawa SCJ — 161 Elgin St, Ottawa — 613-239-1270
  • Ottawa OCJ — 161 Elgin St, Ottawa — 613-239-1270 ×3
  • Brampton SCJ — 7755 Hurontario St, Brampton — 905-456-4700
  • Newmarket SCJ — 50 Eagle St W, Newmarket — 905-853-4809
  • Hamilton SCJ — 45 Main St E, Hamilton — 905-645-5252
  • London SCJ — 80 Dundas St, London — 519-660-3000
  • Windsor SCJ — 245 Windsor Ave, Windsor — 519-973-6620
  • Kitchener SCJ — 85 Frederick St, Kitchener — 519-741-3200
  • Guelph OCJ — 74 Woolwich St, Guelph — 519-826-4431
  • Barrie SCJ — 75 Mulcaster St, Barrie — 705-726-2553
  • Sudbury SCJ — 155 Elm St, Sudbury — 705-564-7800
  • Thunder Bay SCJ — 125 Brodie St N, Thunder Bay — 807-626-7100
  • Sault Ste. Marie SCJ — 426 Queen St E, Sault Ste. Marie — 705-945-8000
  • Kenora SCJ — 216 Water St, Kenora — 807-468-5541
  • Kingston SCJ — 5 Court St, Kingston — 613-548-6725
  • Peterborough OCJ — 70 Simcoe St, Peterborough — 705-876-3854
  • St. Catharines SCJ — 59 Church St, St. Catharines — 905-988-6200
  • Cobourg OCJ — 860 William St, Cobourg — 905-372-3751
  • Belleville OCJ — 15 Bridge St W, Belleville — 613-962-9106
  • North Bay SCJ — 360 Plouffe St, North Bay — 705-495-8200
  • Milton SCJ — 491 Steeles Ave E, Milton — 905-878-7285
  • Timmins SCJ — 48 Spruce St N, Timmins — 705-264-1202
  • Welland OCJ — 102 East Main St, Welland — 905-735-1558

Legal Aid for Jurors

Publicly Funded Legal Aid

Legal Aid Ontario offers toll-free advice on employment leave, summons compliance, and travel-expense disputes. Income thresholds shift yearly—test your status in seconds with our Legal Aid Eligibility Checker.

Duty Counsel at Court

Every courthouse has “duty counsel” lawyers who provide free, same-day guidance about workplace disputes, accommodation requests, and hardship letters. They cannot discuss trial evidence—maintaining your impartiality is paramount.

Community Legal Clinics

  • 70+ clinics across Ontario—phone appointments available for rural jurors.
  • Interpretation in 140 languages provided free of charge.
  • Call 1-800-668-8258 or use LAO’s clinic locator to book.

When Private Counsel Makes Sense

Complex employment contracts, self-employment income risks, or professional-licence issues may justify hiring private counsel. Many firms now offer fixed-fee “juror bundles” that include an employer letter citing the Employment Standards Act and follow-up calls.

Support Services for Jurors

  • Ontario 211 Helpline: dial 2-1-1 for 24/7 referrals to mental-health, housing, and financial aid.
  • CMHA Mental Health: 1-866-531-2600 — confidential counselling sessions.
  • Court Accessibility Coordinator: email accessibility@ontario.ca five days in advance.
  • Employer Liaison Office: 1-800-531-5551 — mediates jury-leave disputes.
  • Child-Care Subsidy Info: contact your municipal Social Services office for short-term assistance.

Free debrief sessions with a registered social worker are available after difficult testimony. Request a referral through the bailiff; sessions are confidential and never delay proceedings.

Courts must make reasonable accommodations—ASL interpretation, assistive listening devices, mobility aids. Submit Form 33B or email the coordinator early to avoid delays.

If statutory juror pay and employer leave still leave you short, ask the trial judge (through the foreperson) about hardship reviews. In rare cases additional allowances are authorised.

Online Tools for Prospective & Sitting Jurors

Eligibility Self-Assessment Tool

Confirm eligibility in 90 seconds before you call the court.

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Compensation Calculator

Estimate daily pay, mileage, and meal expenses instantly.

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Readiness Checklist

Tick off every must-have—from ID to lunch money—before report day.

Open Tool

Excusal Likelihood Estimator

Gauge odds of approval before you draft your letter.

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Summons Deadline Calculator

Pinpoint your exact reply deadline with one click.

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External Links & Further Reading

Official Government Resources

Court Rules & Acts

Academic Articles

Transportation & Parking

Still have questions? Visit our master FAQ for answers on everything from employer rights to courtroom etiquette.

Quick FAQ

Mileage reimbursement applies only to personal vehicle use. If you ride transit, keep fare receipts; courts reimburse the lower of actual fare or equivalent mileage allowance. Full rules appear in our compensation guide.

Ontario's Employment Standards Act forbids retaliation for jury duty. You can file a complaint with the Ministry of Labour and notify the Jury Office. Our employer guide explains next steps.

Menus vary. If you have strict dietary needs, pack your own lunch—security allows food in sealed containers. Ask the bailiff about fridge access or arrange special meals if deliberations run overnight.