B.C. Tree Fruits to Distribute Funds After Creditor Payouts

The B.C. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of former growers of the B.C. Tree Fruits Co-operative, mandating their inclusion in the distribution of $12-$15 million in surplus funds following the co-op’s asset liquidation. Justice Miriam Gropper deemed attempts by current members to exclude former members as oppressive and abusive. The court highlighted that former members have a reasonable expectation to share in the surplus, which aligns with existing co-op rules. The court ordered the co-operative to adhere to these rules, ensuring fair distribution to both current and former members.

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