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	Diocese, Province Settle with Sex Assault Victims Standard Freeholder June 10, 2010 http://www.standard-freeholder.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2616285 (Staff)-- CTV news has reported that several sexual assault victims have settled out of court with the diocese of Alexandria-Cornwall and the provincial government and it could be costing millions of dollars before all outstanding cases are settled. No details have been reported on the specific amounts of the settlements, due to confidentiality clauses, but Ontario's Attorney General said several settlements have been reached and more cases are outstanding. Allegations of sexual abuse in the area, and a coverup, sparked the lengthy Cornwall Public Inquiry. Alleged victim Steve Parisien said in an interview with CTV that "no amunt of dollars is going to change one iota my life, but the healing process in just being validated." Parisien says he doesn't want a large settlement personally: "just for my lost wages. I don't want nothing else from these people. They've done enough damage." A London lawyer representing dozens of plaintiffs, wouldn't tell CTV how much money is involved, but did confirm the settlements involve the Cornwall-based diocese, the Ontario government and other Catholic organizations. Former Tory MPP Gary Guzzo estimates the settlements could total as much "$70 million to $100 million" when all cases have been brought to completion. Parisien said he thinks taxpayers and parishoners have a right to know how much money is involved in the settlements.
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