Background:

• James Stephen Knight appealed a summary trial order that dismissed his claims against Sunshine Coast Campground Group Ltd. and others for unlawful eviction, destruction of personal property, and defamation.
• Knight resided in a school bus at the Creekside Campground and was asked to leave for allegedly violating campground rules. He claimed tenancy, while the campground maintained he had a revocable licence to occupy.

Court’s Analysis and Decision:

• Occupancy Status: The court found that Knight's arrangement was a licence to occupy, not a tenancy, as determined by the Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB). The licence was revocable, and Knight was given reasonable time to collect his belongings.
• Defamation: The claim failed as there was no proof that the alleged defamatory statement made by Jane Doe was heard by anyone else, nor were special damages, required for a slander claim, proven.

Outcome:

• Appeal dismissed. The court agreed with the summary trial’s findings that Knight was on a licence to occupy, allowing the campground to revoke his stay and remove his belongings lawfully. The defamation claim was also dismissed due to lack of evidence of publication and special damages.
• No financial terms specified.