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Government of Ontario
$2,000 to $68,000 per eligible claimant (Basic Recovery $2,000-$28,000; Differential Impact up to $15,000; Serious Harm $20,000 or $40,000), subject to pro rata reduction
Open for ClaimsJurisdiction: ON
Potential Payout
$2,000 to $68,000 per eligible claimant (Basic Recovery $2,000-$28,000; Differential Impact up to $15,000; Serious Harm $20,000 or $40,000), subject to pro rata reduction
Deadline: 2026-12-01
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$2,000 to $68,000 per eligible claimant (Basic Recovery $2,000-$28,000; Differential Impact up to $15,000; Serious Harm $20,000 or $40,000), subject to pro rata reduction
Am I Eligible?
Persons who were inmates or immigration detainees in an Ontario Correctional Institution between May 30, 2009 and November 27, 2017 and experienced 16 or more staffing-related lockdowns
⚠️ Note: Eligibility may depend on where you lived during the class period — tell us where you have lived and we check every province.
Key Settlement Facts
| Status: | Open |
| Potential Payout: | $2,000 to $68,000 per eligible claimant (Basic Recovery $2,000-$28,000; Differential Impact up to $15,000; Serious Harm $20,000 or $40,000), subject to pro rata reduction |
| Settlement Fund: | $59M |
| Proof Required: | Proof documents required |
| Claim Deadline: | 2026-12-01 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I get?
$2,000 to $68,000 per eligible claimant (Basic Recovery $2,000-$28,000; Differential Impact up to $15,000; Serious Harm $20,000 or $40,000), subject to pro rata reduction
What is the claim deadline?
2026-12-01
Do I need proof?
Proof documents 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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