Jason Roberts has been assisting James Sayce and the team at Koskie Minsky LLP in a significant class action challenging the use of solitary confinement in Manitoba correctional facilities.
The proceeding, which has attracted national attention, alleged that Manitoba’s use of solitary confinement violated the rights of incarcerated individuals, including vulnerable populations such as youth and persons living with mental illness. The action challenged the systemic use of prolonged isolation in provincial custodial facilities and sought accountability for practices alleged to have caused serious psychological and emotional harm.
The Manitoba Court of King’s Bench has now approved a landmark settlement valued at approximately $129 million. The settlement provides compensation to eligible class members who were subjected to solitary confinement in Manitoba provincial correctional facilities and represents one of the most significant resolutions of its kind in Canada.
While Manitoba has denied liability, the approved settlement reflects the importance of ensuring that correctional practices comply with constitutional and human rights standards. The case has also contributed to the broader national conversation regarding the use of segregation in correctional institutions and the protections owed to vulnerable persons in custody.
Jason Roberts is proud to have assisted James Sayce and the team at Koskie Minsky LLP in advancing this important litigation and helping secure a meaningful outcome for class members.
This settlement marks a significant step toward accountability and reinforces the principle that the rights and dignity of all persons, including those in custody, must be respected.
July 8, 2026