Preface to the second edition

• Author: John D. McCamus
• Pages: 21-21

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PR EFACE

to the Second Edition

In the seven years that have passed since the publication of the f‌irst

edition of this work, Canadian courts and, in par ticular, the Supreme

Court of Canada, have continued to ref‌ine and develop the jurispru-

dence of the law of contracts. To some extent, Canadian contr act law

has followed its own unique path — t here can be no better illustr ation

than the novel approach now taken to the treatment of exculpatory

clauses — but, at the same ti me, it continues to draw support and in-

spiration from decisions of courts i n other common law jurisdictions.

Accordingly, I have again attempted to provide an analysis of the lead-

ing Canadian decisions, as well as developments of interest occurring

elsewhere. Work of this kind requires the much-appreciated support

of many others. I am especi ally grateful to colleague s at Osgoode Hall

Law School and Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP for suggestions

and stimulating conversation about contractual matters; to Jeremy Lar-

kins, JD II, Osgoode, for his splendid research assistance; and to my

executive assista nt, Stephanie Mealing, for her invaluable contribution

to this second edition. At Irwin Law, Jeff Miller and Alis a Posesorski

provided their usual subtle blend of encouragement and patience and,

in Alisa’s case, excellent editorial skills. The writ ing of this edition was

completed in the spring and early summer months of this year.

August 2012

Tor on t o J. D. M .