A British Columbia Supreme Court judge has approved a $51 million settlement between Meta (Facebook’s parent company) and Canadian Facebook users. The settlement resolves claims that Meta used user images in advertisements without permission.
Who is eligible for compensation?
- Facebook users residing in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Users must have been registered on Facebook between January 1, 2011, and May 30, 2014.
How much will users receive?
Most users will receive between $20 and $55, with a maximum payout of $200. The exact amount depends on the total number of people who claim the settlement.
How to claim compensation
- Court-approved online forms will be available in 2-3 months.
- Users who had a real name on their account and a profile picture featuring them are likely eligible.
