Dean Bulloch, former vice president at Conestoga College, demands nearly $3 million from the institution, alleging it terminated his employment in extreme bad faith and violated his contract.
Retirement Notice Rejected
Bulloch submitted a written retirement notice on July 21, 2025, requesting a 24-month retirement allowance that included salary continuation, benefits, and pension contributions as outlined in his employment agreement.
Two days later, on July 23, the college’s assistant vice president of human resources and the vice president of enrollment logistics—also executive dean of the schools of community services and health and life sciences—met with Bulloch. They rejected his retirement notice and terminated his employment effective immediately on a without-cause basis.
Humiliating Circumstances Claimed
Bulloch contends the college’s actions were particularly egregious because the termination meeting was conducted by his peers and subordinates, rather than President John Tibbits, resulting in humiliation.
Compounding the issue, the college allegedly leaked details of his departure through an internal email announcing the exits of Bulloch and three other executives. Media outlets obtained the email, creating the impression that Bulloch had engaged in wrongdoing.
Health and Financial Impacts
The sudden termination deprives Bulloch of ongoing benefits and pension contributions, leading to substantial costs for managing his Type 1 diabetes and adverse tax consequences, according to the statement of claim.
Damages Sought
Bulloch seeks a lump sum of $748,000 for 24 months of base salary, plus court-determined amounts for benefits and pension losses. He also pursues $1 million in moral damages, $1 million in punitive damages, legal costs, and pre- and post-judgment interest.
A Conestoga College spokesperson stated that the institution will not comment on active litigation.
