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Small Claims Court Nunavut Guide

Clear, territory-specific guidance on small claims procedures, filing limits, fees, and court processes in Nunavut.

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At A Glance

Filing Methods

In Person

Deadlines

2 years

Update Status

Jul 14, 2026

  • Use Nunavut Small Claims Court for claims up to $20,000, debts/unpaid bills, property damage, product/service issues, contract disputes, and recovery of money owed. Use Nunavut Court of Justice General Division for claims over $20,000, complex civil matters, injunctions/special court orders, appeals, or judicial reviews.

  • Organize case. 


    Send demand letter with facts, what you want, clear response deadline, and notice you will file if no reply. 


    Send by trackable mail. Gather receipts, contracts, invoices, screenshots, emails/messages, photos/damage/loss proof, and timeline. 


    Forms available from Nunavut Court of Justice. 


    Include defendant legal name, short facts, and amount up to $20,000.

  • File with Nunavut Court Registry. 


    File at courthouse nearest where defendant lives or dispute occurred. 


    Bring completed Small Claims form, supporting documents, filing fee. 


    Clerk stamps forms and provides service copies. 


    Serve by personal service, registered mail, courier requiring signature, or process server. 


    File proof of service and keep tracking/delivery confirmations.

  • Many disputes settle at this stage. 


    If agreement, put in writing and file with court. 


    If no settlement, case moves to pre-hearing or hearing. 


    Nunavut Court of Justice judge hears case. 


    Bring organized evidence, copies for judge/defendant, and witnesses. 


    Judgment may be later or at hearing. 


    If unpaid, enforcement may include wage garnishment, bank garnishment, or seizure of property. 


    Appeals follow court rules.

  • Serve claim: as soon as possible after filing. 


    Defendant reply: according to timelines in court documents. 


    Hearing: scheduled after proof of service. 


    Payment: due according to judge’s order. 


    Default judgment: possible if defendant does not respond.

  • Small Claims hearings take place at several Nunavut courthouses. 


    Use Nunavut Courts and Nunavut Court Registry information.

Official Resources

Visit the official court website below for forms, filing information, and additional resources.

Nunavut Small Claims Court

Important Note

This information is for general guidance and is not legal advice. Small claims rules, fees, and claim limits may change. Always confirm curent details with your local court.

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