Bouchard / Phoenix Pay System Class Action

National settlement for federal workers affected by Phoenix pay system issues. Canada.ca says the claim application process is closed and gives the approved compensation amounts by fiscal year.

Federal public servants affected by Phoenix pay system issues may have been eligible, subject to exclusions listed in the official notice.

Provinces covered

Canada-wide, Federal

Court / jurisdiction

Superior Court of Quebec

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Settlement amount

Per-member compensation by fiscal year

Individual payout range

Up to $875 across covered fiscal years

Payout summary

$350 maximum for 2016-17, then $175 maximum for each of 2017-18, 2018-19, and 2019-20

Expected payout window

After processing, direct deposit where possible