The plaintiffs moved for approval of a $35 million settlement in a class action against the Crown regarding alleged negligence and breach of fiduciary duties at the Huronia Regional Centre, a residential facility for individuals with developmental disabilities.
The settlement included a claims-based compensation scheme, an apology from the Crown, and various non-monetary benefits.
The court found the settlement to be fair, reasonable, and in the best interests of the class, considering the litigation risks and the advanced age of the class members.
The court also approved a $15,000 honorarium for each of the representative plaintiffs.
