Canadian Pacific Cleared of Liability in Lac Mégantic Train Disaster The Supreme Court of Canada's refusal to hear an appeal in the 2013 Lac Mégantic train disaster has left a trail of unanswered questions, particularly regarding liability and accountability.
The tragedy claimed 47 lives and destroyed much of downtown Lac Mégantic, Quebec. Canadian Pacific Railway Company emerged from the proceedings with its liability intact.
Canada's history of shielding major corporations from consequences for their actions is well documented.