Introduction to the Canadian Legal System

Course code LGAP 1103

Credit 1.5

Length 45.0 hours

Course outline View

The primary purpose of this course is to provide the student with a general understanding and working knowledge of the Canadian legal system.

This course is part of the Legal Administrative Assistant (Online)Program.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Overview of the Canadian legal system, including Quebec's civil code system
  • Introduction to the Constitution and to The Charter of Rights
  • Federal and Provincial jurisdiction
  • Overview of Canadian court structure, including federal and provincial jurisdiction
  • The importance of the Charter of Rights, including reading of sample cases
  • Lawyers, judges and ethical principles
  • Tort, contract and criminal law

Course schedules

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† 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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.