Groups launching lobbying efforts directed at the federal government to voice opposition to proposed legislation affecting property laws have been advised that the matter lies outside federal jurisdiction.What government possesses the required constitutional jurisdiction to change laws affecting property?

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According to Canadian constitutional law, property laws fall under provincial exclusive jurisdiction. Therefore, only provincial governments possess the authority to change laws affecting property. The federal government does not have the constitutional authority to make laws in this area.

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