This course provides an overview of the Canadian legal system and the laws and statutes that affect businesses operating in the province of British Columbia. The course examines the legal principles pertaining to torts, contracts, commercial transactions, employment, agency, business ownership, Indigenous business law, consumer protection, personal, real and intellectual property and electronic commerce. Business case decisions from the Canadian and BC court systems will be examined to help students develop an appreciation of how the legal system works in actual practice.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- The Canadian Legal System
Torts and Professional Liability
Formation of Contracts
Enforcing Contractual Obligations
Legislation in the Marketplace
Agency and Employment
Methods of Carrying on Business
Real and Personal Property
Legal aspects of Indigenous business development
Intellectual Property
Electronic Commerce and International Trade
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41072 |
January 5, 2026 to April 17, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | 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.