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Île-à-la-Crosse School Settlement
The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have agreed to settlements in the Île-à-la-Crosse School class action.
A judge is reviewing each settlement to determine whether it is fair and in the best interests of class members. The Settlement Approval Hearing took place March 30–31, 2026, in Saskatoon.
No compensation will be available unless the judge approves one or both settlements. You do not need to hire a lawyer to take part or to receive compensation.
Who is included?
The settlements cover two groups of people (called “classes”).
Survivor Class
• People who attended or lived in residence at the Île-à-la-Crosse School that operated from 1860 to 1975/76.
• People who attended the school and passed away on or after December 9, 2003, may also be eligible through their estates or heirs.
Family Class
• The spouses, parents, children, grandchildren, and siblings of the Survivor Class.
• Only the Survivor Class is eligible for an Experience Payment or abuse compensation under the proposed settlements. All classes will benefit from the programs and supports of the Legacy Fund.
Canada's proposed settlement
The settlement with the Government of Canada includes Experience Payments for Survivors and a Legacy Fund.
- Experience Payments totaling $27.335 million
- Up to $10,000 for Survivors who attended the school for up to four years; or
- Up to $15,000 for Survivors who attended the school for 5 or more school years
- Legacy Fund for language, cultural, wellness, and community projects for Survivors and their families, totaling $10 million, plus any money remaining from the Experience Payments fund
Canada will cover administrative and legal costs separately from the above amounts.
Saskatchewan’s proposed settlement
The settlement with the Government of Saskatchewan includes $40.2 million that will be used for:
- Payments of $50,000–$235,000 for Survivors who experienced serious physical or sexual abuse
- Possible extra Experience Payments for residence students if funds remain
Administration costs and legal fees are included in Saskatchewan’s settlement amount.
