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Gordon Milne, 3L, Volume 82 Senior Editor
With its decision in Annapolis Group Inc v Halifax Regional Municipality, the Supreme Court of Canada provided important guidance on the law of constructive takings, formerly known as the doctrine of de facto expropriation. Senior Editor Gordon Milne argues that the decision by a slim majority significantly lowers the standard for compensation where government action has the effect of interfering with property rights.
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