The court considered whether the respondent, Marlene Francis, was unjustly enriched by the applicant, Vern Darchie Douglas, during their lengthy cohabitation.
Douglas claimed financial and other contributions to the property entitled him to compensation or a constructive trust.
The court found that while Douglas did not prove unjust enrichment regarding the down payment or ongoing mortgage payments, he was entitled to $18,000 for renovations and repairs that increased the property's value.
The court declined to find a joint family venture and awarded a monetary remedy rather than a proprietary interest.
