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Province of Manitoba

A $445.2M court-approved settlement for people who were in Manitoba foster care / CFS care between 2005 and 2019 and whose federal Children’s Special Allowance was kept by the province. Applying is free and you only need your name and date of birth to start. Deadline: January 5, 2027.

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Potential Payout
A $445.2M court-approved settlement for people who were in Manitoba foster care / CFS care between 2005 and 2019 and whose federal Children’s Special Allowance was kept by the province. Applying is free and you only need your name and date of birth to start. Deadline: January 5, 2027.
Deadline: 2027-01-05
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What Is This Settlement About?

A $445.2M court-approved settlement for people who were in Manitoba foster care / CFS care between 2005 and 2019 and whose federal Children’s Special Allowance was kept by the province. Applying is free and you only need your name and date of birth to start. Deadline: January 5, 2027.

Am I Eligible?

Full eligibility criteria, including class periods and accepted documents, are inside the member report.

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Key Settlement Facts

Status:Open
Potential Payout:A $445.2M court-approved settlement for people who were in Manitoba foster care / CFS care between 2005 and 2019 and whose federal Children’s Special Allowance was kept by the province. Applying is free and you only need your name and date of birth to start. Deadline: January 5, 2027.
Settlement Fund:$445.2M
Proof Required:No proof required
Claim Deadline:2027-01-05

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I get?

A $445.2M court-approved settlement for people who were in Manitoba foster care / CFS care between 2005 and 2019 and whose federal Children’s Special Allowance was kept by the province. Applying is free and you only need your name and date of birth to start. Deadline: January 5, 2027.

What is the claim deadline?

2027-01-05

Do I need proof?

No proof required

Do I need a lawyer to file a claim?

No. Court forms are designed to be submitted directly by individuals without legal representation.

Last reviewed: November 1, 2026 · Source: official administrator notices
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