A local woman looking for compensation from a class action settlement for hepatitis C victims dating back to the 80s is still fighting after being denied.
Ruthven's Becky McLean is looking to join the settlement after her dad, Michael, died in 1986 following a tainted blood transfusion.
However, as heard on CTV News, McLean says her family has been denied because of an apparent lack of proof.
Thousands of Canadians were infected with hepatitis C after receiving blood products from July 1, 1986 to July 1, 1990.
In a unique move last January, the Courts have agreed to provide about $40-million in compensation to eligible victims ... years after the original settlement was approved in 1999.
Compensation ranges between $14,600 to $329,000 tax-free with the potential for additional compensation depending on the circumstance.
Becky McLean hopes joining the class action can give her closure.
"It's very hard. It's pulling teeth trying to get justice."
She remembers her father fondly.
"He was a great guy. He would do anything for anyone and it's just — I want justice for him."
Essex MP Tracey Ramsey is pushing for the health minister to review McLean's case again — adding there may be even more people like her in Windsor-Essex.
"There have been many people throughout our region who have been impacted by this, who are struggling to regain their health and many people unfortunately were not able to survive."
Those looking to make a claim are encouraged to go to the website — or call 1-866-353-4003.
The deadline to apply is 2025 but potential claimants are encouraged to apply sooner rather than later because submitting appropriate medical documents can be a lengthy process.
— with files from CTV Windsor's Chris Campbell