This essay by Torrens Robert proposes a method for transferring land ownership through a duplicate registration system in British colonies. Drawing from his experience as the chairman of the Commission on Colonial Land Titles, Robert offers a detailed analysis of how such a system can be implemented effectively and fairly. A must-read for anyone interested in the history and development of land ownership practices in Canada.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.