Background:

• Parties: Appellant - R. Maxine Collins; Respondent - The Attorney General of Canada.
• Issue: Appeal against dismissal of claims of mail interference by Canada Post employees.

Key Points:

1. Claim Basis:

   • Collins alleged mail interference by Canada Post, citing violations of Canada Post Corporation Act.

2. Legal Proceedings:

   • Initial motion to strike her claim by the Attorney General; procedural issues led to dismissal of this motion.
   • Collins' motions for default judgment and Rule 51 were dismissed by the Federal Court due to insufficient evidence.

3. Federal Court Decision:

   • Dismissal was without prejudice, allowing for potential refiling with adequate evidence.

4. Appeal Outcome:

   • Collins appealed to the Federal Court of Appeal.
   • Appeal dismissed, with the Court finding no fault in the Federal Court’s decision.

Costs:

• Collins ordered to pay costs for the appeal. The exact amount isn't specified in the document.

Total Cost to Collins:

• Costs associated with the appeal (exact amount not provided).

Conclusion:

• The Federal Court of Appeal dismissed Collins' appeal due to lack of evidence, with costs awarded against her.