Overview

• Royal Bank of Canada alleges Ken Mason leveraged a relationship with ex-CFO Nadine Ahn for promotions and pay raises.
• Mason and Ahn are suing RBC for wrongful dismissal, denying any romantic involvement.
• RBC seeks to recover excess compensation and bonuses paid to Mason due to Ahn's alleged influence.
• The case has drawn significant attention in corporate Canada, highlighting issues of conflict of interest and workplace ethics.
• Both parties claim reputational damage and mishandling of the investigation by RBC.