A Brief Introduction to Law in Canada, 3rd Edition
John Fairlie
A Brief Introduction to Law in Canada, 3rd Edition presents a concise overview of the foundations of the Canadian legal system. Organized into four parts, the text introduces readers to key themes and subject areas, including common law and civil law systems, Canada’s constitutional framework, and the legal profession itself. This all-in-one resource presents case law summaries, tables, figures, and maps alongside effective learning features.
The third edition features a new chapter examining the relationship between Indigenous Peoples and the Canadian legal system, and the prospective role of Indigenous legal orders. This pan-Canadian resource also features expanded coverage of the Charter, the division of powers, contract law, and administrative law.
Updated to reflect recent case law, legislation, statistics, and current events, this concise guide is ideal for any introductory courses in Canadian law and is applicable to many disciplines, including general legal studies, criminology and criminal justice, business, and paralegal and law clerk programs, among others.