Dispute:

• Appellants, Anoa Marketing Inc., Loraine Oxley, and Gordon Oxley, operated a showroom and storage space under a presumed verbal lease.
• The respondents, Hitesh Gohel and Chestermere Trade Centre Inc., allegedly took over the space and charged storage fees, refusing access to the appellants' inventory unless paid.
• Appellants claimed damages for the withheld assets; respondents counterclaimed, asserting liens for unpaid fees.

Legal Issues:

1. Was the March 18, 2021, order an attachment order under the Civil Enforcement Act or an injunction?
2. The respondents were found in contempt for selling assets despite court orders.

Procedural History:

• The appellants sought a replevin order for asset repossession.
• A March 18, 2021, interim order restrained all parties from dealing with the assets.
• Respondents breached this order, leading to contempt citations.
• Further litigation resulted in appeals regarding the nature of the March 18 order and respondents’ pleadings.

Court of Appeal Decision:

• The March 18, 2021, order was deemed an attachment order, preserving assets for litigation under the Civil Enforcement Act.
• The court held that the lower judge erred in refusing to strike the respondents’ pleadings. Rule 14.75 of the Alberta Rules of Court allowed the appellate court to make the necessary judgment.

Outcome:

• The appeal was allowed. Respondents' pleadings were struck due to their non-compliance and litigation inaction. No monetary award specified at this stage.

Notable Points:

• Courts can issue attachment orders to preserve disputed property for limited durations.
• Litigants' failure to adhere to court orders or actively engage in litigation can lead to severe procedural consequences.