Supreme Court Justice Clement Gascon is retiring in September after five years on the high court.
Chief Justice Richard Wagner praises Gascon's thoughtful, rigorous, and collegial approach that helps the court get to the heart of complex issues.
Wagner says Gascon has served Canadians with integrity and wisdom, and that colleagues will miss his commitment and friendship.Gascon was appointed to the Quebec Superior Court in 2002 and joined the Quebec Court of Appeal 10 years later, becoming a Supreme Court justice in June 2014.
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