"Know Your Rights!"

What are an individual's rights? Through the use of realistic scenarios and case studies, students will gain a better understanding of our legal system. This exciting look at the Canadian justice system will include examining how laws directly affect students. 

Courses

Legal Studies Intro - 3 credits

What are an individual’s rights? Through the use of realistic scenarios and case studies, students will gain a better understanding of our legal system. This exciting look at the Canadian justice system will include examining how laws directly affect students. This course will also look at various elements of criminal and civil law, and specifically at the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Legal Studies Inter - 3 credits (No prerequisite)

Legal Studies Inter is an exciting class which allows students to examine areas of law such as; Family Law, Employment Law, and Travel Law.  Through the use of case studies and simulation projects, students will have the opportunity to examine a broad range of legal issues relating to relationships, property division, support payments, minimum employment standards, and issues that may arise when travelling.

Legal Studies Adv - 5 credits (No prerequisite)

Legal Studies Adv is a dynamic class that investigates topics in areas of law such as; Criminal Law, Negligence, and Property Law. We will examine the criminal justice system, including the criminal process and the roles and responsibilities of the participants. We also explore challenging and controversial issues that have impacted and formed our Canadian justice system. You will have the opportunity to go see a real court room and participate in your very own mock trial. If you have any interest in law or the criminal justice system, this is the course for you, no previous experience in Legal Studies is necessary.