A former Department of National Defence executive who was dismissed after criticizing Western leaders’ rhetoric toward the United States is suing the federal government.
Raquel Garbers filed a statement of claim in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Ottawa on June 11. Garbers is seeking roughly $2 million for lost benefits and punitive damages.
“DND deliberately or negligently assisted in destroying Mr. Garbers’ career and well-being as a respected federal executive and defence expert,” the claim says.
The complaint filed against the Attorney General of Canada alleges that the Department of National Defence (DND) also humiliated Garbers during the months between when she received a termination notice and her last day at work….