Challenging a governmental decision

You have to address the Tribunal administratif du Québec if you wish to contest a decision rendered concerning you by a department, an agency (boards, commissions, hospitals, etc.) or a municipality. When you file a proceeding with the Tribunal, it must decide, after a hearing, if the decision you are contesting should be changed, reversed or confirmed

Preparing your case

It is important that you prepare for the hearing. The effort you devote to your preparation may have a direct impact on the decision of the Tribunal.

Conciliation

Conciliation is a simple and efficient way to settle your proceeding without having to go through a hearing. It allows you to discuss and negotiate directly with the representative of a department, agency or municipality and reach an agreement.

The hearing

Because you are contesting the decision of a department, agency or municipality, it is up to you to prove to the Tribunal that this decision ought to be changed or set aside.

The steps of a proceeding before the Tribunal

This document presents the steps of a proceeding before the Social affairs section of the Tribunal administratif du Québec. This interactive document gives you access to additional resources which could help you during this process.

Expropriation: You have rights!

If the public interest requires you to cede all or part of your property (high-voltage line, park, etc.), the rules governing expropriation apply to you.

Concurrent expert evidence

Concurrent expert evidence is a collaborative approach that allows the participants to discuss during an hearing to resolve disagreements among experts.