Premier Implementation Solutions Canada Inc. sought an urgent interim injunction against Unifor, Local 222, to prevent obstruction of ingress and egress at Del Monte Fresh Produce (Canada) Corp. premises during a lawful strike.
Premier argued that Unifor's actions constituted unlawful picketing and nuisance, causing irreparable harm due to spoilage of fresh produce and potential loss of clients.
Unifor challenged the motion on grounds of union suability, failure to name individuals, and Premier's standing.
The court granted the injunction, finding a serious issue to be tried, irreparable harm to Premier and Del Monte, and that the balance of convenience favored Premier, as the injunction only prevented unlawful obstruction, not lawful picketing.