Welcome to the tobacco class actions website
This site is intended to be a one-stop shop to inform members about the class action lawsuits filed against tobacco companies in Quebec, which led to a judgment of nearly $14 billion by the Quebec Court of Appeal on March 1er 2019.
Latest news
On March 26, 2024, the stay of proceedings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (“CCAA”) was extended by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice to September 30, 2024 to allow the mediation to continue.
The mediation has intensified since the Court ordered the mediator and monitors to develop a plan of compromise and arrangement for the tobacco companies which will lead to a global settlement.
Class counsel actively participates in the mediation on a daily basis and believes that, at this time, the mediation process is the most efficient way to reach a settlement that will result in meaningful compensation for class members.
What can you do now
Make sure you are registered or that your contact details are up to date.
While we await the resolution of the mediation and the CCAA Proceedings, make sure we have your contact details so we can keep you informed of developments in the case.
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registered?
Make sure your information is up to date by writing to us at tabac@proactio.ca.
There is no need to register again.
Not registered yet?
Complete the registration form
Not sure if you’re registered?
Write us at tabac@proactio.ca indicating :
- Your full name.
- Your phone number.
- The name and date of birth of the person diagnosed with a tobacco-related disease.
