Governments delegate many of our law-making and enforcement powers to administrative agencies. These agencies are involved in virtually every area of government activity and impact our lives.
Administrative law ensures that the actions of these agencies are authorized by law. Whether it is immigration tribunals deciding who to admit to Canada, or landlord-tenant agencies deciding on an eviction, government agencies must act within the scope of their delegated power and make decisions according to the rules of fairness. It also considers when courts can or should review the decisions of these agencies.
Courses
As an upper-year student, you’ll be introduced to these principles in the Administrative Law course and will have opportunities to explore further issues through advanced courses that examine the administrative state in action.
Administrative law overlaps with and informs legal practice in many areas of law, ranging from immigration and housing law to workers' compensation and environmental law.
Beyond the classroom
As a student here, you’ll have multiple opportunities to see administrative law in action at our community legal clinic and clinical legal education program, Downtown Legal Services.
You may also choose to gain practical experience in administrative law matters through externships with the Advocates for Injured Workers and the City of Toronto.
People listing
Role: Associate Dean, Graduate Programs; Professor
Role: University Professor
Role: Professor
Role: Professor
Role: Professor
Role: Associate Dean, JD program; Associate Professor
Research listing
- Mar 1, 2005