Winter Storm Impacts

Sydney

Courthouse delayed opening until noon. Some Supreme Court General and Family Division matters are proceeding virtually, as scheduled. Most Provincial Court matters have been adjourned to another date; Provincial Arraignment Court to be held virtually/by teleconference. Questions can be directed to the courthouse at 902-563-3510.

Sydney Night Court is also cancelled for February 2, 2026, with matters adjourned to Monday, March 2, 2026, at 6 pm. Parties will be notified by court staff.

The Courthouses in Sydney

The main courthouse in Sydney serves Cape Breton and Victoria Counties. There is also a satellite courthouse in Eskasoni First Nation that serves the same area. 

Large white professional building with a courthouse sign above the door.
Large white professional building with a courthouse sign above the door.

Sydney Courthouse

136 Charlotte Street, Suites #1 and #2, Sydney, NS B1P 1C3

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Supreme Court 

Phone: 902-563-3550
Fax: 902-563-2224

Email: SydneySupreme@courts.ns.ca

Supreme Court (Family Division)

Phone: 902-563-2200
Fax: 902-563-2224

Email: sfdgi@courts.ns.ca

Provincial Court

Phone: 902-563-3510
Fax: 902-563-3421

Email: Sydneyprovincialcourt@courts.ns.ca


Registrar of Probate

Registrar: Allison O'Neil
sydneyprobatecourt@courts.ns.ca
902-563-3545

Domestic Violence Court

Phone: 902-563-3510
Fax: 902-563-3421

Sheriff Services
Phone: 902-563-3570
Fax: 902-563-0515

Beige building with red trim.

Eskasoni Courthouse

Sarah Denny Cultural Centre, Mini Mall Drive, Eskasoni First Nation, NS B1W 1C2

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (only when Provincial Court matters are scheduled)

Phone: 902-563-3510
Fax: 902-563-3421

Email: Sydneyprovincialcourt@courts.ns.ca