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CAF discrimination settlement was ‘a slap in the face,’ says former soldier

The Canadian Armed Forces settlement deals with racial discrimination claims and is worth up to $150 million. Payments range from $5,000 to $35,000, with a claims period opening after April 10, 2025.
The court documents suggest that about 45,000 people may be eligible for the CAF settlement regarding experiences of discrimination since April 17, 1985.
Rubin Coward criticized the settlement as ‘unfair and inequitable,’ expressing concerns about ongoing racism in the CAF and the adequacy of the compensation.
Judge Ann Marie McDonald stated the settlement is ‘fair, reasonable, and in the best interests of the class as a whole.

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Toronto Sun

CAF discrimination settlement was ’slap in face,’ says former soldier

OTTAWA -- A former member of the Canadian Armed Forces who has been involved in a discrimination class action for eight years says the settlement isn't enough to compensate for the trauma he and others experienced.

3 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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The Globe & Mail

Canadian Armed Forces discrimination settlement was ‘a slap in the face,’ ex-soldier says

The class action was launched on behalf of current and former CAF members who suffered racial discrimination or harassment in connection with their military service at any time since April 17, 1985

CAF discrimination settlement was ‘a slap in the face,’ says former soldier

OTTAWA - A former member of the Canadian Armed Forces who has been involved in a discrimination class action for eight years says the settlement isn't enough to compensate for the trauma he and others experienced.

3 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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City News

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CAF discrimination settlement was 'a slap in the face,' says former soldier

OTTAWA — A former member of the Canadian Armed Forces who has been involved in a discrimination class action for eight years says the settlement isn’t enough to compensate for the trauma he and others experienced. The class action was launched on behalf of current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) who […]

3 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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