Facts: Miguna Miguna, a lawyer qualified in Ontario and Kenya, claimed defamation and breach of privacy against Refinitiv Limited for including him as a politically exposed person (PEP) in their World-Check Database, which he alleged led to financial services denial and detention at borders.
Issues/Main Discussion: The defendants argued for summary judgment, stating the database statements were true, protected by qualified privilege, and the claims barred by a release signed with Moneygram and the limitation period.
Ruling: The Ontario Superior Court of Justice dismissed Miguna's action, finding the database statements true and no breach of privacy since the information was public.
Amount Awarded: Miguna was ordered to pay $200,000 to Refinitiv and $65,000 to Sitel in costs.
