Singh v Sandhu
Tirath Singh
Law Firm / Organization
Self Represented
Sukhwinder Sandhu
Law Firm / Organization
Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Lawyer(s)

Chris Elrick

FYI Media Group Ltd.
Law Firm / Organization
Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Lawyer(s)

Chris Elrick

Factual Background:
Tirath Singh, Sukhwinder Sandhu, and another individual co-founded FYI Media Group Ltd., a media company. Sandhu later became the majority shareholder. Singh, who had a role in advertising and sales, ceased providing services in October 2023 but retained access to the company's digital assets.

Legal Issues & Arguments:
FYI Media alleged that Singh improperly controlled the company’s social media accounts, interfered with business operations, and falsely presented himself as an authorized representative. The company sought an injunction to prevent further harm and to compel Singh to return control of the accounts. Singh argued that he had rights to the accounts but failed to provide evidence.

Court Decision & Injunctive Relief:
The Supreme Court of British Columbia granted an interlocutory injunction in favor of FYI Media, ordering Singh to:

  • Stop contacting company clients to dissuade them from business.

  • Cease using FYI Media’s branding and email domain.

  • Provide login credentials for the company’s digital assets.

Irreparable Harm & Costs:
The court found Singh’s actions resulted in the loss of advertisers, totaling an estimated $84,000 to $96,000 in annual revenue. The balance of convenience favored FYI Media. The court awarded costs in the cause to FYI Media, meaning costs would be determined at trial. Singh retained the right to challenge the order upon return to Canada.

Supreme Court of British Columbia
S245482
Civil litigation
Defendant