*** The deadline for filing a claim has passed ***
Class Counsel are reviewing the claims received and will contact you if further information is required.
You may contact Class Counsel at [email protected] or 1-800-461-6166 if you have any questions.
Developments
Federal Court
Claims Process
The Claims Deadline has now passed, and no further claims can be filed.
Class Counsel are reviewing the claims received and will contact you if further information is required.
Settlements and Distribution
A Settlement was reached with the Defendants totalling CDN$5.25 million.
In accordance with the terms of the Court approved Distribution Protocol, only Settlement Class Members with purchases of at least CAD$1 million of Salmon between April 10, 2013 and February 20, 2019 are eligible to submit a claim.
Recognizing that not all Settlement Class Members were eligible to submit a claim, a cy-pres distribution in the amount of CAD$250,000 was made to Food Banks Canada.
Discontinuances
The action was discontinued as against the following defendants:
- Scottish Sea Farms Ltd by Order dated November 2, 2021
- Alsaker AS, Alsaker Fjordbruk AS, and Bremnes Seashore AS by Order dated April 6, 2022
- Nordlaks Holding AS and Nordlaks Oppdrett AS by Order dated November 24, 2022
Quebec Action
On November 30, 2021, the Superior Court of Quebec issued a judgment discontinuing the action against Scottish Sea Farms Ltd.
On April 11, 2024, the Superior court of Quebec issued a judgment discontinuing the action against the remaining Defendants.
British Columbia Action
On February 20, 2024, the Supreme Court of British Columbia discontinued the action against the Defendants.
FAQs
What is a class action?
A class action is a lawsuit that is brought by one or more persons on behalf of a larger group of people whose claims share common legal and/or factual issues. Class actions provide a cost-effective way for groups of people with common interests to pursue a legal claim.
How do I participate in the class action settlement?
The deadline to apply for compensation from the settlement has passed.
Who is affected by the Salmon class action?
You are affected by the class action and are a “member” of the class if you are a person in Canada who purchased farmed Atlantic salmon or products containing or derived from farmed Atlantic salmon purchased or sold in Canada from April 10, 2013 to October 6, 2023.
Can I opt-out of the class action?
The period to opt-out of (exclude yourself from) the action has expired.
What should I do to protect my rights?
To protect your rights, you should:
- If you purchased at least CAD$1 million of Salmon in Canada between April 10, 2013 and February 20, 2019, file a claim before the deadline of February 7, 2025.
I still have a question. Who should I contact?
If you have any other questions, please email: [email protected].
For information in French or to contact our Quebec office, Siskinds, Desmeules, call us at 418-694-2009 or at the toll-free number 1-877-735-3845 or email us at [email protected].
Documents
Federal Court Class action
Settlement
- Notice of Settlement Approval & Claims Process [English] [French]
- Distribution Protocol [English] [French]
- Settlement Agreement [English] [French]
- Settlement and Distribution Protocol Approval Order, dated February 9, 2024 [English only]
- Authorization Form – Related Entity [English] [French]
- Authorization Form – Representative [English] [French]
Discontinuances
- November 2, 2021 Discontinuance Order against Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
- April 6, 2022 Discontinuance Order against Alsaker and Bremnes
- November 24, 2022 Discontinue Order against Nordlaks
Quebec Class action
- Discontinuance judgment against Scottish Sea Farms Ltd. - Superior Court – November 30, 2021 (French Only)
- Notice of discontinuance against Scottish Sea Farms Ltd– December 6, 2021 (French only)
- Discontinuance judgment – April 11, 2024 (French only)
British Columbia action
- Notice of Discontinuance - February 20, 2024 (English only)