Courtready’s Lost, Delayed or Damaged Baggage Compensation Calculator
Check your rights and potential compensation for lost, delayed, or damaged baggage under Canadian law.
Don’t let fake cases become real law. Try CaseCheck.This tool checks your rights and potential compensation for lost, delayed, or damaged baggage on flights to, from, or within Canada. International carriage is governed by the Montreal Convention (incorporated into Canadian law through the Carriage by Air Act), and domestic carriage is governed by the Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR).
Disclaimer: This tool is provided for reference purposes only and does not replace legal advice. Compensation depends on your specific circumstances and documentation. Always verify deadlines against applicable law and seek legal advice when appropriate. For questions or to report an error, please email Tom at admin [at] courtready.ca.
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To maximize your claim, keep the following:
- Your Property Irregularity Report (PIR) from the airport
- Baggage claim tags and boarding passes
- Receipts for any replacement items purchased
- Photos of damaged baggage (if applicable)
- List of items in your baggage with estimated values
- Communication records with the airline
Time limits are strict: You must file your claim within specific deadlines or you may lose your right to compensation.
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Lost, Delayed or Damaged Baggage Compensation Calculator
This free calculator checks your rights and potential compensation when your baggage is lost, delayed, or damaged on a flight to, from, or within Canada. International carriage is governed by the Montreal Convention (brought into Canadian law by the Carriage by Air Act), and domestic carriage by the Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR). It applies the current liability limit and the claim deadlines so you can see, in plain language, what you may be owed and how long you have to act. Check out our other free tools below.
Airline liability is capped at 1,519 Special Drawing Rights (SDR), the limit in effect since December 28, 2024, currently about CAD $2,880, per passenger and not per bag. The deadlines are strict: written claims for damaged baggage must be filed within 7 days of receiving the bag, and within 21 days for delayed baggage on international flights. A Property Irregularity Report (PIR) filed at the airport is essential proof, so file one before you leave the terminal and keep all receipts and photos. Source: CTA baggage requirements guide.
Disclaimer: This tool is provided for reference purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Compensation depends on your specific circumstances and documentation, and the SDR to CAD exchange rate changes daily. Always verify your situation against the applicable rules and seek legal advice when appropriate. For questions or to report an error, please email admin [at] courtready.ca.
Common Questions
How much compensation can I get for lost, delayed or damaged baggage in Canada?
Airlines are liable up to 1,519 Special Drawing Rights (SDR), the limit in effect since December 28, 2024, currently about CAD $2,880, per passenger and not per bag. The same limit applies under the Montreal Convention for international flights and the APPR for domestic flights. You can claim the value of lost items, reasonable expenses caused by a delay, or repair and replacement costs for damage, up to that cap.
What is the deadline to claim for damaged or delayed baggage?
For damaged baggage you must file a written claim within 7 days of receiving the bag, on both domestic and international flights. For delayed baggage on an international flight, you have 21 days from the date you received it. Domestic delayed-baggage deadlines are set by the airline’s tariff, often but not always 21 days. Missing the deadline can bar your claim, so file as soon as possible.
When is baggage considered officially lost?
Baggage is generally treated as lost once it has not been returned within 21 days of the date it should have arrived. Until then it counts as delayed, and you should keep following up with the airline and your Property Irregularity Report number on hand. Once it is officially lost you can claim the value of the contents, up to the liability limit.
Do I need to file a Property Irregularity Report (PIR)?
Yes. A PIR filed at the airport before you leave the terminal is the key proof that your baggage was lost, delayed or damaged. Without it, proving your claim is much harder and the airline may refuse it outright. If you did not file one, contact the airline immediately. Keep the PIR number together with your boarding passes and baggage tags.
What is the difference between the Montreal Convention and the APPR for baggage?
The Montreal Convention is an international treaty that governs baggage liability on international flights to and from Canada, brought into Canadian law by the Carriage by Air Act. The Air Passenger Protection Regulations apply the same liability limit to domestic flights within Canada. The compensation cap is identical; which rule applies depends on whether the flight is international or domestic.
What if the airline refuses my baggage claim or offers too little?
The airline should respond within 30 days. If it denies your claim or offers less than you are entitled to, you can take the airline to Small Claims Court or file a complaint with the Canadian Transportation Agency. For international carriage, the burden is on the airline to show it is not liable. Keep all documentation and communication records.
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