LAW599
Methods of Indigenous Legal Engagement
(Pearl)
Prerequisite courses: Either LAW590 or equivalent OR previous education in Indigenous studies OR
Life experience highly recommended
Prerequisite for:
Instructor(s): Tamara Pearl
Method of presentation:
METHOD OF EVALUATION:
Major paper of choice 60%
Presentation 25%
Class participation 15%
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This seminar offers a robust and pragmatic examination of the current state-of-the art for Indigenous legal engagement practices. Students will gain exposure to the immediate legal concerns of Indigenous peoples, including recognition and reconciliation of their own legal traditions with the Canadian legal system. Work in this area is diverse and often rapidly evolving. The legal needs and ambitions of Indigenous communities and nations extend to land management processes, environmental impact assessments, matrimonial real property regimes, and other self-government initiatives. We will also engage in related needs of the profession for trauma-informed skills and sensitivity to Indigenous perspectives and community dynamics.
SPECIAL COMMENTS:
Description updated 2021-22. Please contact the instructor for any specific questions you may have related to this particular course section.
REQUIRED TEXTS (IF ANY):
Compilation of readings/journal articles, including Admin/Contracts/Environmental -etc. legal issues, including Indigenous legal traditions.