First Year: Constitutional Law A
JD Course Code: LAW136Y1Y
Description
This course provides an introduction to the law of the Canadian constitution. It examines the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, federalism, and Aboriginal rights. The course considers the structure of the Canadian constitution, the role of judicial review, and general principles of interpretation with regard to the distribution of legislative authority, constitutional rights and freedoms, and Aboriginal rights. Selected federal and provincial powers, Aboriginal rights, and rights guaranteed by the Charter will be examined.
Evaluation
Written assignments (85%) and class participation 15% (10% participation in class and electronic discussion board and 5% attendance). Note that one of the written assignments will have both a written and oral component.
At a Glance
- Academic Year:2025-2026
- Course Session:Full Year Session
- Credits:6
Enrollment
- Maximum Enrollment:25
- JD Students:25