Appellant
Respondent
Background:
James Mann and Farmers and Families of North America Inc. (operating as Farmers of North America or FNA) appealed the dismissal of their application against Jason Mann and AgraCity Crop & Nutrition Ltd. (AgraCity). The dispute revolved around AgraCity’s independent participation in the 2022 Ag in Motion (AIM) agricultural trade show, which James claimed breached a prior court order (the Danyliuk Order) requiring parties to maintain the "ordinary course of business."
Legal Issues:
Court’s Analysis and Decision:
The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal upheld the Chambers judge’s ruling, finding that the application was properly treated as a request for an interlocutory injunction. The court held that FNA and James failed to prove irreparable harm or that the balance of convenience favored their position. Evidence showed AgraCity had previously participated in trade shows independently, weakening the claim of a breach of the "ordinary course of business."
Disposition and Costs:
The appeal was dismissed, and costs were awarded to AgraCity and Jason Mann under Column 3 of the Tariff of Costs. Each was entitled to one set of costs, payable jointly and severally by James Mann and FNA. Financial terms were not specified.
Court
Court of Appeal for SaskatchewanCase Number
CACV4066Practice Area
Corporate & commercial lawAmount
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