Notice of Settlement

Did you experience a delay in receiving a pension benefit under the Reserve Force Pension Plan or the Regular Force Pension Plan?

If you served in the CAF with at least some of that service in the Reserve Force, and you were released between March 1, 2007 and October 31, 2017, you may be entitled to a payment under a settlement.

Additional information on the settlement

Further information about the settlement is available here: Canadian Armed Forces Delayed Pension Class Action.

The claims period is now open!

All claims must be received by the Claims Administrator no later than 23:59 EST on Monday, 30 March 2026. The Claim Form is available here: Canadian Armed Forces Delayed Pension Class Action Claim Form.

Once your Claim Form has been submitted within the Claims acceptance period of October 1, 2025 and March 30, 2026, the Claims Administrator will review and determine your eligibility to compensation.

Please note that the Claims Administrator is available to provide assistance related to the Claims submission process. Contact the Claims Administrator at

• Tel: 1-833-467-2514
• Email: dpsp.claims-reclamations.dpps@forces.gc.ca

They will respond to your inquiry within five (5) business days or shortly after.

For legal advice, eligibility questions, or other concerns regarding the Class Action, please contact Koskie Minsky LLP, Class counsel, directly at

• Tel: 416-581-1528
• E-mail: cafpensions@kmlaw.ca

Don’t miss the deadline—submit your Claim before March 30, 2026!

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

1. What is this Class Action about?
Please review the Final Settlement Agreement, available at the Class counsel, Koskie Minsky LLP, website: Canadian Forces Delayed Pension Class Action - Koskie Minsky LLP.

2. Who is included in this settlement?
The settlement applies to all individuals, referred to as “Class Members”, who did not “opt out” of the class action and who meet the following criteria:

1. served in the Canadian Armed Forces – Reserve Force;
2. released from the Canadian Armed Forces between March 1, 2007 and October 31, 2017;
3. were entitled to receive an Immediate Annuity, Transfer Value, Annual Allowance and/or Bridge Benefit under the Regular Force Pension Plan or the Reserve Force Pension Plan; and
4. did not receive payment of the Immediate Annuity, Transfer Value, Annual Allowance and/or Bridge Benefit for more than 60 days from the date of release.

3. I cannot submit an electronic Claim Form. How do I submit a paper Claim Form instead?
Please contact the Claims Administrator to request a paper Claim Form be mailed out to you:

• Tel: 1-833-467-2514
• Email: dpsp.claims-reclamations.dpps@forces.gc.ca 
  Please be advised that mail delivery may be affected by ongoing Canada Post strikes.

4. How will the payment be issued?
Payments will be distributed following the closure of the Claims Period and once all Claims have been assessed, via e-transfer or, in exceptional cases, by cheque. Claims submitted on behalf of a Class Member will be paid by cheque.

5. Can I speak with a representative if I call the Claim Administrator?
Due to high call volumes, please leave a detailed message in your preferred language. A representative will return your call within five (5) business days, or shortly thereafter.

6. Can I still submit a Claim after the Claim Period has closed?
The Claims Administrator shall consider and accept Claims filed within the 30-day period following the end of the Claims Period, where the Claimant has provided a reason for the failure to provide the Claim within the time allotted. No Claim shall be accepted beyond the 30-day period following the end of the Claims Period for any reason.

7. I only have Canadian Armed Forces - Regular Force service, am I eligible to participate in this Class Action?
No. This settlement is limited to those who served in the Reserve Force and meet the other eligibility criteria as detailed above.

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