On July 26th, 2021, our firm filed two applications for the authorization to bring a class action against Vidéotron. These applications seek to obtain a reimbursement from Vidéotron for the fees that were unfairly paid by Quebec consumers who have concluded a mobile phone contract in stores or over the phone with Vidéotron.
Proposed class
- All persons domiciled or having been domiciled in Quebec and having been billed by the defendant for SIM card costs without these costs having been mentioned in their mobile contract and/or without having received a new SIM card since February 6, 2018;
- All persons domiciled or having been domiciled in Quebec who were billed for costs by the defendant related to the purchase of a SIM card received during the postal delivery of a mobile device since February 6, 2018;
Applications filed to the Court
Application to be authorized to bring a class action – Vidéotron 1 (French)
Application to be authorized to bring a class action – Vidéotron 2 (French)
Current state of the case
A settlement agreement has been reached between the parties. The hearing to approve the settlement agreement will take place on May 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Room 15.02. To access the virtual link, click here.
To read the settlement agreement, click here.
To read the notice of authorization and hearing for the approval of a settlement agreement, click here.
To read the short version, click here.
To read the opt-out form, click here.
How do I join the class action?
If you’re part of the proposed class, you are automatically a part of these class actions.
We highly recommend that you keep all relevant evidence such as receipts, contracts, and all communications with Vidéotron.
We also invite you to send us all relevant documents.