Introduction to the Canadian Legal System (LGAP 1103)

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.
Course code: LGAP 1103
Credits: 0.0
Length: 45.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=LGAP&number=1103
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  • 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

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

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† 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.