Key Points:

• Initial Judgment: The Provincial Court initially awarded Mr. Engel $50,000 plus interest from December 1, 2017.

• Appeal Decision: This award was reduced to $10,335 plus GST, with interest determined later.
• Cost Dispute: Mr. Engel sought solicitor-client costs and 24% annual interest based on contractual terms.
  • Contracts between the parties allowed for interest on overdue balances (24% per annum) and coverage for collection costs.
• Defendant's Position: 1933748 Alberta Ltd argued solicitor-client costs were inappropriate, suggesting costs be based on Column 1 of Alberta’s Rules of Court.
• Court’s Discretion: The court considered both parties’ conduct, recognizing that both acted reasonably and engaged in legitimate litigation.
  • Engel was successful in his claim, though his award was reduced on appeal.

Final Ruling on Costs:

• Costs Award: Mr. Engel was awarded $10,000 in costs.

• Interest: 24% interest applied from January 1, 2018, to June 30, 2021. Post-2021 interest follows Alberta’s Judgment Interest Act.