
‘Dignity and wisdom’: Chief justice praises Gascon after final high-court case
May 16, 2019 | 12:23 PM
OTTAWA — Supreme Court Justice Clement Gascon received a standing ovation today after hearing his final case on the high court.
Gascon graciously thanked his family and colleagues, saying it is an immense privilege to be a judge.
Gascon, 58, recently announced plans to retire and acknowledged this week he has long struggled with anxiety and depression.