The representative plaintiffs moved for approval of a $10 million settlement in a class proceeding against the Crown regarding its alleged systemic negligence and breach of fiduciary duty toward former Crown wards.
The class alleged the Crown failed to pursue compensation for abuse they suffered.
Sixty former Crown wards objected to the settlement, arguing the compensation was inadequate and failed to address the actual harms suffered.
The court dismissed the motion, finding the settlement was not fair, reasonable, or in the best interests of the class, as it effectively abandoned the major claims for compensation and provided only minimal recovery after legal fees and administration costs.
