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City of Leduc Finalizes $9.5M Settlement for Workplace Sexual Misconduct

The class-action lawsuit involving 155 women marks a precedent-setting resolution, with payments completed and reforms underway.

Leduc firefighter paramedic Christa Steele addresses city council.
Christa Steele and her lawyer Robert Martz, say it was important for the number of women involved and settlement totals to go public.
Former Leduc firefighter Christa Steele.

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.