After more than 35 years working in the justice system, including 14 on the bench, Judge Gregory E. Lenehan is retiring from the Provincial Court of Nova Scotia. His retirement is effective Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.

The Provincial Court of Nova Scotia is welcoming two new judges.

Robert “Bob” James Loftus White, a retired Judge of the Provincial Court of Nova Scotia, passed away on August 2, 2024. He was 86 years old.

The Hon. Chief Justice Deborah K. Smith, in her role as Acting Chair of the Nova Scotia Judicial Council, has appointed a new member to the independent Review Committee investigating concerns raised about a Provincial Court judge. 

The satellite court serving Shelburne County will be relocated to the Barrington municipal building, 2447 Nova Scotia Trunk 3, Barrington effective Monday, April 1.

The Provincial Court has two new Associate Chief Judges, existing members of the Bench who in addition to hearing matters can assist the Chief Judge with responsibilities related to the administration of the Court.

The Province is working to improve efficiency and reduce backlogs and delays in the Provincial Court by providing the resources to set up Nova Scotia’s first bail court.