Bought recalled plant milk in Canada? You may claim up to $300,000

Canadians who had bought or consumed recalled Silk and Great Value plant-based beverages linked to the 2024 listeria outbreak are now eligible for compensation under a C$7.5 million class-action settlement.The settlement has been approved by the Superior Court of Quebec, and eligible people have until October 16, 2026, to submit a claim. According to Global News, depending on the severity of illness or harm, compensation ranges from C$400 to a maximum of C$300,000.The lawsuit was filed after a listeria outbreak linked to recalled refrigerated plant-based beverages sold under the Silk and Great Value brands. The outbreak led to 20 reported illnesses, 15 hospitalisations and three deaths, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada.The products involved in the recall included several plant-based beverages such as almond, oat, coconut and cashew drinks, along with blended varieties.