Organization: Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General
Phone Numbers: 416-326-2220
Toll-Free: 1-800-518-7901
TTY: 416-326-4012 or 1-877-425-0575
Fax: 416-326-4007
Email: attorneygeneral@ontario.ca
Website: www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca
Address:
McMurtry-Scott Bldg
720 Bay St, 11th Fl
Toronto, ON
M7A 2S9
Intersection: Bay St and Gerrard St W
Location: Toronto (Old Toronto)
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Executives: Doug Downey - Attorney General
Service Description: Responsible for providing a fair and accessible justice system which reflects the needs of the diverse communities it serves across government and the province * manages the justice system in an equitable, affordable and accessible way throughout the province

Administers and delivers a wide range of justice services including:
  • administering various statutes
  • conducting criminal proceedings throughout Ontario
  • providing legal advice to, and conducting litigation on behalf of, all government ministries and many agencies, boards and tribunals
  • providing advice on, and drafting legislation and regulations
  • coordinating and administering court services throughout Ontario

The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee and the Children's Lawyer fall within MAG's responsibilities * the Ministry also funds Legal Aid Ontario which is administered by an independent board


Office for Victims of Crime - Reviews and assists with the development and enhancement of victims services in Ontario * while ensuring that victims of crimes are treated with respect and receive the necessary information and services

Office of the Children's Lawyer - Investigates, advocates, protects and represents the personal and property rights and obligations of children under the law, in proceedings before the courts and tribunals of Ontario

Ontario Victim Services - Provides information, assistance and support to victims and witnesses of crime to increase their understanding of, and participation in, the criminal court process

Superior Court of Justice and Ontario Court of Justice - Daily Court Lists - Website that provides basic information about cases being heard in the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice at all court locations across Ontario * information is available on a daily basis and is updated each day at 4:30pm


Fees: None
Application: Call
Languages: English ; French
Language Notes: French programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
Area Served: Ontario
See Also: Courts and Court Assistance
Last Updated: 5/12/2023
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=14127

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