Legal Systems and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Conflict Resolution Studies · 3 hrs Lecture
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CRS-2421 prerequisites
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Description
Students study the basics of the Canadian Legal System, including the Constitution, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and the role of Parliament and Provincial legislatures in creating laws, as a context for legal conflict resolution and various alternative dispute resolution processes. This course emphasizes the use of law to resolve conflicts. Topics include rule makers, rule enforcers, civil litigation, criminal proceedings, class actions, administrative law, and alternative dispute resolution processes such as the Indian Residential School Resolution process.
Requisite courses
CRS-1200 or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.