Throughout this course, students will examine the origins of Canadian law, tracing its development from historical roots to contemporary legal principles. Students will gain insight into the basic framework of Canadian law, understanding its structure and fundamental concepts. This includes basic procedures of litigation, concepts of administrative law and alternative dispute resolution. In addition, students explore the principles of Canadian law, including constitutional law, statutes, common law, civil law and equity, and learn to apply them in various legal contexts. Finally, students will examine the roles of key participants in the court system, from judges to lawyers, and understand their functions within the legal process.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Origin of Canadian law
Basic structure of Canadian law
Principles of Canadian law, including constitutional law, statutes, common law and equity
Indigenous issues related to the Canadian Constitution
Roles of members of judiciary and other participants in the court system
Basic procedures of litigation
Indigenous law and dispute resolution
Concepts of administrative law and alternative dispute resolution
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12182 |
March 5, 2026 to April 16, 2026 |
Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22426 |
May 7, 2026 to June 18, 2026 |
Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22486 |
June 2, 2026 to July 14, 2026 |
Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.