Quebec residents with Tobacco-Related Illnesses: How to claim Compensation from $4.119 Billion Settlement
Posted August 31, 2025, 12:02 p.m.
Montreal, QC – A significant prospect for compensation has opened for Quebec residents suffering from serious illnesses linked to tobacco use.as of august 29th,individuals diagnosed with specific conditions can begin filing claims against a $4.119 billion settlement reached with Imperial Tobacco, RBH, and JTI-macdonald. The claim period will remain open for one year. This article details the eligibility requirements, the process for filing a claim, and the potential compensation amounts available.
Who is Eligible for Compensation?
The collective action, CQTS-BLAIS, aims to provide redress for decades of health damage caused by tobacco consumption. To qualify for compensation, claimants must meet the following criteria:
Smoking History: Have smoked at least 87,600 cigarettes manufactured by Imperial Tobacco, RBH, or JTI-Macdonald between January 1, 1950, and November 20, 1998.
Diagnosis Date: Received a qualifying diagnosis before March 12,2012.
Residency: Be a resident of Quebec both at the time of diagnosis and at the time of filing the claim.
the eligible illnesses covered by the settlement include:
