The federal government is asking a judge to dismiss a proposed class-action lawsuit brought forward by a group of Black public servants, who allege discriminatory practices within the public service.
The plaintiffs, led by the Black Class Action Secretariat, filed their suit against the federal government in December 2021 and are seeking damages of $2.5 billion and a court order to implement a “justice and equity promotional plan.” In their statement of claim, they say Black employees have been denied promotions and jobs because of their race and faced harassment and belittlement.
