How it works
Three steps. No lawyers required.
When a Canadian class action settles, money is set aside for everyone in the eligible class, but only people who file a claim actually get paid. The hard part is finding the claim, understanding whether it applies to you, and filing before the deadline. That's what this tracker is for.
Why I do this
Class actions exist to hold large corporations and governments accountable when they harm people at scale. They are one of the few mechanisms in Canadian law that can force a powerful defendant to pay for conduct that, taken case by case, would never be worth a single person's time to litigate.
The system only works when people actually claim what they are owed. When uptake is low, unclaimed funds are typically redirected to a charity or public-interest cause through a cy-près distribution. That is a reasonable backstop, and the recipient charities do good work. But it is not the same as compensating the people who were actually harmed, and it is not what the settlement was designed to do. Class members are the intended beneficiaries. They should be the ones who get paid.
Plain-language information, easy access, and clear filing instructions are not a nice-to-have. They are what makes the system function as intended.
This tracker exists to raise claim uptake in Canada. The more class members who file, the more the class action system delivers on its actual purpose.
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I track Canadian class action claims
I monitor court approvals, class-action administrator notices, and public filings across Canada. When a settlement is approved and a claim window opens, I write it up in plain language.
Each entry includes the class definition, the eligibility criteria, the recovery range, the deadline, and the specific filing instructions. I link directly to the official notice and the court-approved settlement agreement so you can verify everything yourself.
I do not publish rumours, pre-approval chatter, or claims that only apply outside Canada. I also skip claims where the recovery is so marginal it is not worth your time. The directory is curated for accuracy and relevance.
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You check if you are eligible
You do not need a lawyer to assess most consumer-facing class actions. If the criteria describe you, you are likely in the class.
Browse the directory, or subscribe to email alerts to be notified when new claims open. Every claim page leads with the same information in the same order:
- Who is eligible, in plain language
- What you could recover
- How much time you have left
- The full legal eligibility criteria
- The specific filing instructions
- A summary of the underlying case
- Links to the official source documents
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You file directly with the administrator
Every claim process is run by a third-party claims administrator appointed by the court. The administrator is the organization that processes claims, verifies eligibility, and pays out recoveries.
I point you to the administrator's official claim portal. You complete the claim form, attach any supporting documents the claim calls for, and submit. I explain each step on the claim page, but the submission itself happens between you and the administrator.
The claim and any recovery go directly to you.
What I do not do
I want to be clear, because the market for consumer recovery services has a lot of noise.
- I do not file claims on your behalf. You file directly with the administrator, and any recovery goes directly to you.
- I do not sell, share, or monetize your personal information.
- The tracker does not offer legal advice. For significant legal matters, consult a lawyer.
How this tracker is funded
Class action claim information on this site is free, and Claim.ca does not take a cut of any recovery you claim.
The tracker is sustained by the injury, disability, and employment cases taken on by Lemonade Law™, Marty Mikhail's personal legal practice. These are cases that fall outside the class action system and typically require a lawyer. If something here prompts you to wonder whether you have a claim of that kind, you can start the free 60-second questionnaire. Otherwise, browse, file, and keep what you recover. Nothing here is gated behind anything.
FAQ
Common questions, answered plainly.
Does it cost anything to use this tracker?
No. The claim information on this site is free, and Claim.ca never takes a cut of anything you recover. Your claim and your payment go directly between you and the claims administrator.
Do I need a lawyer to file a claim?
For most consumer-facing class action claims, no. If the eligibility criteria describe you, you are likely in the class, and the claim form is designed to be completed by class members themselves. For significant legal matters, consult a lawyer.
What does it mean when a class action is certified?
Certification (called authorization in Quebec) is the court's decision that a case may proceed as a class action on behalf of a defined group of people. It is a procedural step, not a ruling on who wins. Once a class action is certified, people who fit the class definition are generally included automatically unless they opt out by the court's deadline.
Who is class counsel, and do I pay them?
Class counsel are the lawyers the court appoints to represent the entire class in the lawsuit. Class members do not hire them and do not pay them out of pocket. Their fees are typically paid from the settlement fund and must be approved by the court. Claim.ca is not class counsel on the proceedings tracked here, and Marty Mikhail and Lemonade Law™ are not class counsel on them unless stated.
How do I know if I'm eligible for a claim?
Every claim page lays out who is eligible in plain language, followed by the full legal eligibility criteria and links to the official source documents. Many pages also include a short guided eligibility check. When in doubt, verify against the official notice or contact the claims administrator.
How do I actually file a claim?
You file directly with the claims administrator, the court-appointed organization that processes claims and pays out recoveries. Each claim page explains the steps and links to the administrator's official claim portal.
What does the claims administrator do?
The claims administrator (also called the settlement administrator) is a neutral third party appointed by the court to run the settlement. It publishes the official notice, receives and reviews claim forms, verifies eligibility, answers class member questions, and pays out approved claims. It does not work for either side of the lawsuit, and it is the organization you deal with when you file.
What does it mean to opt out of a class action?
Opting out means formally removing yourself from the class before the court's opt-out deadline. If you opt out, you keep your right to sue the defendant on your own, but you give up any share of the class settlement or judgment. If you do nothing, you generally remain a class member and can file a claim when the claim window opens.
What happens if I never file?
You don't get paid. Unclaimed settlement funds are typically redirected to a charity or public-interest cause rather than to the people who were harmed. Filing before the deadline is the only way to receive your share.
How do I get emails or alerts about claims?
Sign up on the emails and alerts page. Free, and no account needed: a working email address is all it takes. The main option is the monthly digest, one short email a month listing new Canadian claims, with a second box on the same form for an email whenever a settlement opens for claims. The alert covers settlements anyone might qualify for. Where every class member is already known and has been notified directly, the tracker lists the settlement but sends no alert. Each claim page also has its own signup: an email when that claim opens, or reminders before its deadline. Every email has an unsubscribe link.
Is this a law firm's website?
No. Claim.ca is a free platform operated by Marty Mikhail, a lawyer licensed by the Law Society of Ontario. Legal services are provided separately by Lemonade Law™, Marty Mikhail's personal legal practice. This Class Action Tracker is information only: it does not provide legal advice, and using it, including registering for updates, does not create a lawyer client relationship. Claim.ca is not counsel on these proceedings, and Marty Mikhail and Lemonade Law™ are not counsel on them unless stated.
Stay informed
Get the monthly claims digest.
One email a month listing the Canadian class action claims added to the database, plus the ones that opened for filing. Free, and no account needed: a working email address is all it takes. Your address is never shared and you can unsubscribe with one click.
This list is monthly only. To follow one specific claim, open its page: you'll get an email when its claims process opens, or before its filing deadline closes.