Overview

• The City of Leduc has disbursed $9,527,500 to 155 women as part of a class-action settlement addressing workplace sexual misconduct from 2002 to 2023.
• The lawsuit, initiated in 2022 by two female firefighters, alleged systemic harassment, assault, and bullying within the Leduc Fire Department and other city roles.
• Settlement payouts ranged from $10,000 to $285,000 per claimant, based on the severity of harm experienced.
• All settlement costs were covered by insurance, ensuring no financial impact on Leduc taxpayers or property taxes.
• The city has committed to funding organizational reforms, including psychological health initiatives, mandatory training, and improved workplace investigation processes.