The applicants sought an order of mandamus to compel the Ministry of the Environment to issue a Renewable Energy Approval for a wind energy project, or alternatively, to compel a decision.
The applicants argued they had a legitimate expectation of a decision within six months based on a Ministry service standard.
The Divisional Court dismissed the application, finding no clear legal duty to issue the approval and no enforceable right arising from the service standard.
The Court also held that the Director reasonably postponed the decision due to pending litigation regarding the Crown's duty to consult aboriginal people.
Declaratory relief was also denied.
