Impacted First Nations have up to March 7, 2024 to accept the Settlement Agreement by Band Council Acceptance Resolution. The deadline for individuals to submit a claim is March 7, 2024.
How do you know if you are eligible?
You might be included in the settlement if you:
• Are a member of a First Nation; and
• Were born before November 20, 1995 and lived on an Impacted First Nation that was under a drinking water advisory that lasted for a year or longer, between November 20, 2013, and June 20, 2021; or
• Were born on or after November 20, 1995 and lived on an Impacted First Nation that was under a drinking water advisory that lasted for a year or longer, between November 20, 1995, and June 20, 2021.
The settlement also includes children, those under disabilities (someone who is unable to manage their affairs due to mental incapacity) and loved ones who passed away on or after November 20, 2017 (if they also meet the criteria above).
Additional compensation may be available for those who followed long-term drinking water advisories but still suffered Specified Injuries.
Visit www.firstnationsdrinkingwater.ca to learn more.
New Brunswick First Nation communities involved:
- Welamukotuk
- Neqotkuk
- Wotstak
- Fort Folly
- Buctouche / Tjopogtotjg
- Indian Island
- Pabineau
- Natoaganeg
Support available:
The Administrator can help with the claims process, including questions about the Claim Form and can be reached toll-free at 1-833-252-4220. Start with these folks if you have questions.
Class Counsel can help you with claims for Specified Injuries Compensation or legal questions about the class action settlement at no cost. They can be reached toll-free at 1-833-265-7589.
Emotional support is available through Hope for Wellness toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or by online chat at www.hopeforwellness.ca
