Expropriation is a drastic measure. In acquiring land for public benefit, even when property owners are well compensated, it should be a tool of last resort. When negotiations do break down and governments forge ahead, we expect them to demonstrate their acquisitions are driven by reasonable necessity, and not unreasonable haste. Read More
What is being described as the “brutal destruction” of an entire corn crop in Wilmot Township in Waterloo Region, just before it could be properly harvested, has area farmers up in arms. Read More