CAF Systemic Racism Class Action

January 28, 2024 – Defence Stories

Federal Court Approves Final Settlement Agreement in CAF Systemic Racism Class Action

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On January 10, 2025, the Federal Court approved the Final Settlement Agreement in the class action for current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) who experienced racial discrimination and/or racial harassment in connection with their military service.

The settlement provides individual payments, the option to participate in a restorative engagement process, and other systemic relief measures to improve the organizational culture and systems within the CAF with the objective of addressing and eliminating racial discrimination and racial harassment in the CAF.

Individuals who do not wish to be bound by this settlement are required to opt out by April 10, 2025. Claimants will have the opportunity to complete a Claim Form during the claims process when it begins on April 11, 2025. Details on the opt-out process, the timelines, claims process, claim form and supporting documentation are available at the following website: https://www.classaction.deloitte.ca/en-CA/caf-racism-class-action/