This case was certified as a class action following a decision released by the BC Supreme Court on January 7, 2025.
This case was certified as a class action following a decision released by the BC Supreme Court on January 7, 2025.
Two new settlements have been reached with KOA Corporation and KOA Speer Electronics, Inc. (“KOA”); and Susumu Co., Ltd and Susumu International (USA) Inc. (“Susumu”)….
As of September 23, 2024, the defendants have sought leave to appeal the Court of Appeal decision to the Supreme Court of Canada.
AUGUST 8TH – AUGUST 16TH, 2022
The certification application hearing is scheduled to commence on Monday August 8th at 10:00am and will conclude on August 16th. The hearing will take place at Vancouver Courthouse, located at 800 Smithe Street, Vancouver, BC. This application was initiated by the representative plaintiff, Mr. Liptrot, the nature of this hearing is to determine whether the case can be heard as a class action rather than requiring each survivor to bring their own individual claims. This application will not determine the legal responsibility of any of the defendants.
If you have any information about abuse at either of these schools, please feel free to contact us at 604-689-7555.
If you or anyone you know is looking for support, we recommend the following resources:
Tapestry Counselling is a Vancouver-based counselling service offering support for issues including recovery from childhood abuse, depression, and anxiety.
Website: http://www.tapestrycentre.ca/site/
Phone: 604-876-7600
Email: [email protected]
SNAP, the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (Vancouver Chapter) holds virtual survivor meetings for people abused by religious and institutional authorities, not just priests.
Contact: Leona Huggins
Phone: 604-240-3741
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: @SNAPVancouver16
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