The Centre on Governance warmly congratulates Professor Paul Daly, whose book A Culture of Justification: Vavilov and the Future of Administrative Law (UBC, 2023) has been shortlisted for the Walter Owen Prize, one of Canada’s most prestigious legal distinctions.
This recognition underlines the remarkable contribution of Professor Daly’s work to the ongoing evolution of administrative law in Canada. His book offers a deep and timely analysis of the Vavilov decision and its implications for the future of administrative law, providing insights that are both innovative and essential for legal theory and practice.
By shedding light on the principles of justification, transparency, and accountability, Professor Daly’s work enriches academic debate while also guiding practitioners, policymakers, and students in understanding the profound changes shaping this field.
We are proud to celebrate this achievement, which reflects the dynamism, rigor, and international reputation of the researchers associated with the Centre on Governance.