On May 12, 2026, the Quebec Superior Court approved a Settlement Agreement in the Canada Artistic Swimming Class Action (Isaac c. Canada Artistic Swimming / Natation artistique Canada). The claims process is now live.
Qualifying class members may now submit a Claim Form and supporting documentation to the Claims Administrator, Verita Global, for compensation under the settlement agreement. To qualify, you must have (1) trained with any of the Canada Artistic Swimming (“CAS”) National Teams between January 1, 2010 and June 14, 2023; and (2) been subjected to psychological abuse, neglect, and/or harassment by coaches and/or staff of CAS.
The proceeding alleges that the types of harm suffered by members of CAS national teams include:
If you believe you are a class member, you must complete and submit a Claim Form to Verita Global, together with supporting documentation, by September 2, 2026. Submitting a claim form does not guarantee compensation—all claims will be reviewed and assessed in accordance with the Court-approved distribution protocol. Tyr LLP and Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP are jointly prosecuting this class action on behalf of the plaintiffs and the Class.
The Quebec Superior Court has approved the settlement agreement, and the claims process is now live. For information on how Class Members may submit a claim for compensation, please visit the website of the Claims Administrator, Verita Global.
The settlement approval hearing is scheduled for May 11, 2026, at 9:30 AM at the Montreal courthouse of the Quebec Superior Court.
In a judgment dated February 11, 2026, the Quebec Superior Court certified for settlement purposes the class action; approved the Pre-Approval Notice to class members; and appointed VeritaGlobal as the Claim Administrator.
On February 9, 2026, the parties entered into a Settlement Agreement, Transaction, and Release.
Any files or documents related to the case will be posted here. Feel free to download and retain these documents for your personal records.
Download Joint Public Statement (English only)
Download Judgment Approving Settlement (English only)
Download Notice of Settlement Approval (EN, FR)
Download Re-Modified Originating application for authorization to institute a class action.
Download Judgment on request to amend and to file evidence.
Download Settlement Agreement, Transaction, and Release
Download Pre-Approval Notice to Class Members
Download Judgment Certifying Class Action for Settlement Purposes
All individuals who trained with the CAS national teams from January 1, 2010 to June 14, 2023 and who were subjected to psychological abuse, neglect, and harassment by CAS coaches or staff.
Prospective claimants should submit a Claim Form and any supporting documents to the Claims Administrator by September 2, 2026. Submitting these documents does not guarantee compensation.
The claim form and all supporting documentation can be sent by e-mail, fax, or registered mail to Verita. Verita’s contact details can be found on the Claim Form in the "Downloads" section.
Funds will not be distributed until after the September 2, 2026 claims deadline.
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This website will be regularly updated to provide class members additional information regarding the proceeding.