by Evolution Legal | Jan 4, 2026 | Restrictive Covenants
Background of Garbage King Inc v Voth, 2025 ABKB 661: Parties: Garbage King Inc. sought an injunction against a former operations manager, Mr. Voth, and his new employer (VP Disposal). Departure and Aftermath: Voth resigned from Garbage King and joined a competitor....
by Evolution Legal | Dec 5, 2025 | Restrictive Covenants
In Great North Equipment Inc v Penney, 2024 ABKB 533, the Alberta Court of King’s Bench examined the enforceability of non-solicitation and non-competition clauses within a shareholders’ agreement, focusing on the issue of consideration. Background: Great North...
by Evolution Legal | Dec 4, 2025 | Restrictive Covenants
In Southwest Design & Construction Ltd v Janssens, 2024 ABKB 502, the Alberta Court of King’s Bench addressed an application for an interim injunction by Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. (“Southwest”) against its former employees, Blayne Janssens and David...
by Evolution Legal | Nov 22, 2025 | Restrictive Covenants
In Alberta, a non-competition clause in an employment agreement can be enforceable—but only under strict conditions. Courts in Alberta (and generally across Canada) are cautious with these clauses because they restrict a person’s ability to earn a living. Here’s what...
