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Supreme Court Unveils Modern Robes Amid Immigration Concerns

1/3/2026

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Chief Justice Richard Wagner announced the unveiling of new Supreme Court robes designed by Les Rabat-Joies, a court attire shop in Saguenay, Quebec.
The robes feature a modern design reflecting Canadian values of openness.
CEO Romane LeGallou and technical lead Myriam Herrera worked with the justices to design the robes, which took 40 hours to complete.
Changes in immigration rules threaten the employment of two staff on temporary permits, prompting LeGallou to advocate retention.

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Chief Justice Richard Wagner announced the unveiling of new Supreme Court robes designed by Les Rabat-Joies, a court attire shop in Saguenay, Quebec.
The robes feature a modern design reflecting Canadian values of openness.
CEO Romane LeGallou and technical lead Myriam Herrera worked with the justices to design the robes, which took 40 hours to complete.
Changes in immigration rules threaten the employment of two staff on temporary permits, prompting LeGallou to advocate retention.