Marist Brothers Sexual Abuse Class Action (Quebec)
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Status
Claims openEstimated Payout
Up to $300,000 per person
Claim deadline
(54 days left)
About this claim
If you were sexually assaulted by a religious member of the Marist Brothers congregation anywhere in Quebec, or you are the liquidator of the estate of a victim who died on or after June 2, 2019, you may be eligible for a cash payment under the settlement.
Who may be eligible
- You were sexually assaulted by a religious member of the Marist Brothers congregation anywhere in Quebec.
- Or you are the liquidator of the estate of a victim who died on or after June 2, 2019. You do not need to live in Quebec to file a claim. Eligibility is based on meeting the class definition, not on where you live today.
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- Were you sexually assaulted by a religious member of the Marist Brothers congregation?Sexual assault includes all forms of sexual touching (including over clothing), sexual kissing, fellatio, penetration, acts of masturbation, exhibitionism, and frotteurism.
- Did the sexual assault happen in the province of Quebec?
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This class action, B. v. Les Freres Maristes et al., was brought on behalf of people who were sexually assaulted by religious members of the Marist Brothers congregation in Quebec. The Marist Brothers are a religious congregation whose members worked in schools and other institutions in the province, and the lawsuit concerned sexual abuse committed by its members.
A settlement agreement now allows victims to file a claim for compensation. Claims are evaluated by an independent Adjudicator, and claimants meet with the Adjudicator by videoconference (or in person in Montreal or Quebec City if they have no internet access). Victims are not expected to remember every detail of the assaults; imperfect recollection will not prevent compensation. Estates of victims who died on or after June 2, 2019 may also claim through their liquidator.
How to Submit Your Claim
- Submit by Email[email protected]
- Submit by Fax (Reference Marist Brothers Settlement)514-875-8424
- Submit by Registered MailKugler Kandestin, Reference: Marist Brothers Settlement, 1800, avenue McGill College, Bureau 2700, Montréal (Québec) H3A 3J6
Class Counsel
- Kugler Kandestin LLP
- Me Alexandre Paquette-Dénommé514-878-2861, ext. 109
- Me Alexandre Paquette-Dénommé[email protected]
- Me Pierre Boivin514-878-2861, ext. 103
- Me Pierre Boivin[email protected]
- Me Robert Kugler514-878-2861, ext. 116
- Me Robert Kugler[email protected]
- Mail1, Place Ville‑Marie, bureau 1170, Montréal (Québec) H3B 2A7
Opting out
Opting out means removing yourself from the class action. If you opt out, you keep your right to pursue your own individual claim against the defendants, but you will not receive any money or benefits from this settlement. If you do nothing, you remain a class member and are bound by the settlement.
Closed. The opt-out period ended after the 2023 certification notices, with no opt-outs recorded.
Objecting
Objecting means staying in the class action but telling the court you disagree with something about the proposed settlement, such as the amount, the legal fees, or how the money is divided. The court considers objections when deciding whether to approve the settlement. Objecting is not the same as opting out: if you object, you remain a class member and are bound by the settlement if the court approves it.
Closed. The Superior Court approved the settlement on June 8, 2026.
Remind me before this claim closes
Drop in your email and you'll get two reminders before the Marist Brothers Sexual Abuse Class Action (Quebec) deadline of : one 30 days out, one 7 days out. That's it. No account needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to file a claim?
Your Claim Form and all supporting documents must be received no later than December 17, 2026.
How do I file a claim?
Complete the Claim Form and submit it with the required documents by email to [email protected], by fax to 514-875-8424, or by registered mail to Kugler Kandestin in Montreal, referencing the Marist Brothers Settlement.
What if I do not remember all the details of the assaults?
You are not expected to remember precise details. Imperfect recollection will not prevent you from receiving compensation; answer the questions to the best of your knowledge and recollection.
What documents do I need to provide?
You must attach a copy of a government-issued ID. If the assault occurred at an educational institution, attach proof of attendance if available, or explain why you cannot. Liquidators of an estate must also attach the death certificate, testamentary searches, and proof they are the liquidator. Documentation about the damages you suffered is optional.
Will I have to meet with anyone about my claim?
Yes. A meeting with the Adjudicator takes place by videoconference. If you do not have internet access, an in-person meeting can be arranged in Montreal or Quebec City.
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