An Ontario judge has approved a settlement in a class-action lawsuit that accused Loblaw Cos. Ltd. and its parent company George Weston Ltd. of engaging in an industry-wide scheme to fix the price of bread. In a written decision, judge Ed Morgan says the $500-million settlement is excellent, fair, and in the best interest of class members. Anne Gaviola has this story and more in Business Matters for May 26, 2025.
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