Small Claims Court in Canada
They owe you money, they've stopped answering, and you're done waiting. Small claims court is built for people who handle exactly this themselves, and the claim limits are higher than most people think. Select your province for the complete filing guide.
This guide is for the person making the claim (the plaintiff / claimant).
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Ontario
Up to $50,000 · Small Claims Court
British Columbia
Up to $35,000 · Provincial Court
Alberta
Up to $100,000 · Alberta Court of Justice
Manitoba
Up to $20,000 · Manitoba Small Claims Court
Saskatchewan
Up to $50,000 · Saskatchewan Small Claims Court
Nova Scotia
Up to $25,000 · Nova Scotia Small Claims Court
New Brunswick
Up to $20,000 · New Brunswick Small Claims Court
Prince Edward Island
Up to $16,000 · PEI Small Claims Section
Newfoundland & Labrador
Up to $25,000 · NL Small Claims Court
Quebec
Up to $15,000 · Division des petites créances
Claim limits by province
When to get professional help
If what you are owed is more than your province’s small claims limit, small claims court cannot hear the full amount: the matter belongs in the province’s higher civil court, where a lawyer is strongly advised.
Guidepost is not a law firm. If your situation matches this, consult a lawyer or notary (a Quebec notary in Quebec) before you act.
See how small-claims paperwork compares across provinces → The Canadian Paperwork Index
Related guides
Last updated: July 2026 · Sources: Ontario Small Claims Court (ontario.ca), BC Civil Resolution Tribunal (civilresolutionbc.ca), Alberta Courts (albertacourts.ca), provincial court websites.
Guidepost is not a law firm. This information is for general informational purposes only. Filing deadlines and procedures can be complex; always verify with the court before filing. Full disclaimer.