This class action settlement covers current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) who experienced racial discrimination and/or racial harassment in connection with their military service at any time since April 17, 1985 (the "Class Members").
The Federal Court has approved this settlement.
Further information about the settlement, can be found in the Short-Form Notice and Long-Form Notice, both of which have been approved by the Federal Court.
Approved Settlement
The settlement includes:
- Payment for Class Members who experienced racial discrimination and/or racial harassment connected with their military service
- The option to participate in a restorative engagement process to share your experience
- The option to receive a personalized letter of apology from the Chief of the Defence Staff
- Other measures to improve the organizational culture and systems within the Canadian Armed Forces
You can opt-out of the Class Action. Opt-Out Forms are available from the Claims Administrator (Deloitte) at cafrdclaims.com and in this website's document library. The deadline to file an Opt-Out Form is April 10, 2025.
If you do not file an Opt-Out Form with the Claims Administrator by April 10, 2025, you will be bound by the settlement, at which point, further details will be provided if you would like to participate and file a claim under the settlement.
Revisiting, sharing, or reading about painful experiences can be distressing or emotionally overwhelming. Help & Support resources are available as you navigate this process, and an exit button enabling you to quickly leave the site at any time is located in the top right corner of the webpage.
Contact
For further information about the class action, contact Class Counsel by phone or email:
Call: (902) 420-3322
Please note that this line will connect you to a voicemail where you can leave your contact information. Class Counsel will return your call as soon as possible.