How should you address the judge in Small Claims Court?

• A. Your honour
• B. Your Worship
• C. Your Lordship
• D. Sir or Madam

Answer: (A)

The form of address you use for the judge is Your Honour. This is the standard, respectful way to speak to a judge in Small Claims Court in Canada, reflecting the judge’s role and maintaining proper courtroom decorum. Using Your Honour signals formality and aligns with court etiquette during submissions and when questioning the judge.

The other phrases don’t fit this setting. Your Worship is used in some jurisdictions for certain municipal or provincial figures, not for the judge in this court. Your Lordship is an older form not used in Canadian courts. Sir or Madam is too informal for direct address in court; the accepted formal address is Your Honour. If required, you may begin a statement with May it please the court, then address the judge as Your Honour.