B.C. town commits to class-action lawsuit against fossil fuel companies.

The Town of Qualicum Beach in British Columbia has committed to collaborate with other municipal governments in the province to pursue a class-action lawsuit against specific global fossil fuel companies in order to recover costs related to climate change. The decision, made during a council meeting on February 7, was not unanimous, as Councillor Scott Harrison voted against it. The town's commitment involves residents contributing one dollar each to the lawsuit, though this is contingent upon obtaining a legal opinion to establish a solid legal foundation and confirm that other BC municipalities will also join, pledging at least $500,000 combined.

February 10, 2024
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