Kurt Suss v. His Majesty the King
KURT SUSS
Law Firm / Organization
Independent
Lawyer(s)

J. Todd Sloan

HIS MAJESTY THE KING
Law Firm / Organization
Department of Justice Canada

The case "Suss v. Canada" involves Kurt Suss's legal action against the Crown, where the Federal Court of Canada decided on a motion to strike Suss's statement of claim. Key points include:

  • Jurisdiction and Grievance: The Court ruled it lacked jurisdiction, as the dispute related to federal employment terms and conditions, which should be addressed through the grievance process outlined in the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Act (FPSLRA).
  • Claims and Allegations: Suss sought damages for alleged breaches of his privacy and Charter rights, stemming from unauthorized cell phone surveillance and subsequent workplace issues.
  • Court's Decision: The statement of claim was struck without leave to amend, dismissing the action based on jurisdictional grounds and the comprehensive legislative scheme for resolving such disputes through grievance procedures.
  • Costs: The Court reserved decisions on costs, encouraging parties to reach an agreement.
  • No financial terms specified.
Federal Court
T-1583-21
Constitutional law
Defendant
19 October 2021