Justice and Public Safety Council
Last updated on December 11, 2025The Justice and Public Safety Council was established in April 2013, in accordance with the Justice Reform and Transparency Act.
The council is responsible for:
- Setting the strategic direction and vision for the provincial justice system through an annual Justice and Public Safety Plan
- Engaging in dialogue with justice and public safety participants and stakeholders
- Guiding the way to open, transparent and accountable leadership
More detailed information about the council’s responsibilities is set out in section 3 of the Justice Reform and Transparency Act.
Membership
The council currently includes representatives from the justice and public safety sector and the Ministry of Children and Family Development.
Justice Summits
Justice Summits are held at least once a year to support innovation and collaboration across the justice and public safety sector.
Strategic plan
Each year, the council develops and publishes a three-year strategic plan for B.C.'s justice and public safety sector.