Overview
The Small Claims Division at the Court of Québec hears applications where the amount in dispute is $15,000 or less.
Maximum
amount
of
claim
The maximum amount that may be claimed in the Small Claims Division is $15,000 plus interest.
Mediation
at
the
Small
Claims
Division
Mediation services are provided by the Small Claims Division free of charge. They offer the parties an opportunity to resolve their dispute amicably.
Information
sessions
on
Small
Claims
Information sessions on small claims are offered to the public in certain regions of Quebec.
Sending
a
formal
notice
before
filing
an
application
A formal notice requires the recipient to rectify a situation within a given period of time. It is often the first step in resolving a dispute.
Who
can
sue
or
be
sued
You want to know if you can sue small claims or pursue an institution, see this section.
Time
limit
for
filing
an
application
(prescription)
If you want to file an application at the Small Claims Division, you should do so as soon as possible after the incident that caused the dispute.
Where
to
file
an
application
Small claims applications must be filed with the court having territorial jurisdiction.
Process
and
help
for
the
applicant
The steps to be followed for the applicant for Small Claims.
Options
available
to
the
defendant
Defendants have a time limit to indicate the option they have chosen, using the on-line form.
Last update: September 9, 2021
