The former Executive Director of Sandy Bay Child and Family Services has been named in a statement of claim by the organization.
In a news release sent to CKDM News Now, Sandy Bay CFS says it filed its claim in Court of King's Bench in Winnipeg on Tuesday, alleging fraud, negligent misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty and breach of contract among other things.
They are seeking over $10 million dollars be repaid back to them by Richard De La Ronde, as well as Radka Inc., Timothy Catcheway, and Shawendasaawin Inc., along with damages.
The statement of claim alleges De La Ronde unjustly used money intended to help vulnerable children and families for his own personal gain.
The suit also seeks punitive and aggravated damages.
According to the release, Sandy Bay CFS terminated De La Ronde from his position for cause in 2021 after he approved multiple purchases without supporting documentation and because he was suspected of fraudulent activities.
The charges have yet to be proven in court.
