The Supreme Court of Canada is the country's highest court and final court of appeal, with authority to hear appeals from all other Canadian courts. The Court consists of nine justices appointed by the Prime Minister, with three required to be from Quebec to address civil law matters. The Supreme Court decides cases of national importance, constitutional questions, and matters where lower courts have disagreed. Its decisions establish binding precedents affecting law across Canada. Notable municipal-related decisions have addressed issues like municipal authority, property rights, freedom of expression in public spaces, and Indigenous rights affecting local governments. Access to the Supreme Court requires leave (permission) for most appeals, ensuring the Court focuses on cases of broad significance.