Matthew Lewans, BComm, LLB (University of Saskatchewan), BCL (Oxon), LLM (University of Auckland), SJD (University of Toronto)
Fall Term 2026 (1970)
LAW 435A - Constitutional Law
0 units (fi 10)(TWO TERM, 2;3-0-0)
An introduction to the legal framework governing the exercise of power by the legislative, executive and judicial branches of the Canadian state, covering who has the power to make new laws, the power to implement laws, and the power to adjudicate disputes. The limitations imposed on these powers by the rules of federalism and by the provisions of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms are also considered. An introduction to the constitutional provisions concerning Indigenous peoples in Canada is also included.
LECTURE C02 (52577)
2026-09-14 - 2026-12-09
TR 14:00 - 15:00
LAW 436A - Constitutional Law ITLP
0 units (fi 10)(TWO TERM, 2;3-0-0)
An introduction to the legal framework governing the exercise of power by the legislative, executive and judicial branches of the Canadian state, covering who has the power to make new laws, the power to implement laws, and the power to adjudicate disputes. The limitations imposed on these powers by the rules of federalism and by the provisions of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms are also considered. An introduction to the constitutional provisions concerning Indigenous peoples in Canada is also included. Not available to students in the J.D. program or students who have taken LAW 435.
LECTURE C02 (58911)
2026-09-14 - 2026-12-09
TR 14:00 - 15:00
LAW 449 - Administrative Law ITLP
3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
Designed to provide an understanding of the legal constraints courts have placed on the behavior of administrative tribunals and government departments. Topics to be discussed: What is Administrative Law? How the courts supervise the acts and decisions of administrative bodies. Pitfalls to be avoided by administrative officers: errors of fact and law; excesses of discretion; breach of natural justice. How administrative acts and decisions may be attacked by an aggrieved citizen: remedies. Appeal and review, time limits, locus standi, choice of remedy, procedure. How to avoid attacks by aggrieved citizens. The practical outcome; strength of review. Recent trends in Administrative Law in Canada. Not available to students in the J.D. program or students who have taken LAW 450.
LECTURE A01 (58914)
2026-09-02 - 2026-12-09
TR 09:00 - 10:20
LAW 450 - Administrative Law
3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
Designed to provide an understanding of the legal constraints courts have placed on the behavior of administrative tribunals and government departments. Topics to be discussed: What is Administrative Law? How the courts supervise the acts and decisions of administrative bodies. Pitfalls to be avoided by administrative officers: errors of fact and law; excesses of discretion; breach of natural justice. How administrative acts and decisions may be attacked by an aggrieved citizen: remedies. Appeal and review, time limits, locus standi, choice of remedy, procedure. How to avoid attacks by aggrieved citizens. The practical outcome; strength of review. Recent trends in Administrative Law in Canada.
LECTURE A01 (53557)
2026-09-02 - 2026-12-09
TR 09:00 - 10:20
Winter Term 2027 (1980)
LAW 435B - Constitutional Law
5 units (fi 10)(TWO TERM, 2;3-0-0)
An introduction to the legal framework governing the exercise of power by the legislative, executive and judicial branches of the Canadian state, covering who has the power to make new laws, the power to implement laws, and the power to adjudicate disputes. The limitations imposed on these powers by the rules of federalism and by the provisions of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms are also considered. An introduction to the constitutional provisions concerning Indigenous peoples in Canada is also included.
LECTURE C02 (75004)
2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09
TR 14:00 - 15:20
LAW 436B - Constitutional Law ITLP
5 units (fi 10)(TWO TERM, 2;3-0-0)
An introduction to the legal framework governing the exercise of power by the legislative, executive and judicial branches of the Canadian state, covering who has the power to make new laws, the power to implement laws, and the power to adjudicate disputes. The limitations imposed on these powers by the rules of federalism and by the provisions of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms are also considered. An introduction to the constitutional provisions concerning Indigenous peoples in Canada is also included. Not available to students in the J.D. program or students who have taken LAW 435.
LECTURE C02 (83919)
2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09
TR 14:00 - 15:20
LAW 449 - Administrative Law ITLP
3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
Designed to provide an understanding of the legal constraints courts have placed on the behavior of administrative tribunals and government departments. Topics to be discussed: What is Administrative Law? How the courts supervise the acts and decisions of administrative bodies. Pitfalls to be avoided by administrative officers: errors of fact and law; excesses of discretion; breach of natural justice. How administrative acts and decisions may be attacked by an aggrieved citizen: remedies. Appeal and review, time limits, locus standi, choice of remedy, procedure. How to avoid attacks by aggrieved citizens. The practical outcome; strength of review. Recent trends in Administrative Law in Canada. Not available to students in the J.D. program or students who have taken LAW 450.
LECTURE B01 (83921)
2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09
TR 09:00 - 10:20
LAW 450 - Administrative Law
3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
Designed to provide an understanding of the legal constraints courts have placed on the behavior of administrative tribunals and government departments. Topics to be discussed: What is Administrative Law? How the courts supervise the acts and decisions of administrative bodies. Pitfalls to be avoided by administrative officers: errors of fact and law; excesses of discretion; breach of natural justice. How administrative acts and decisions may be attacked by an aggrieved citizen: remedies. Appeal and review, time limits, locus standi, choice of remedy, procedure. How to avoid attacks by aggrieved citizens. The practical outcome; strength of review. Recent trends in Administrative Law in Canada.
LECTURE B01 (79605)
2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09
TR 09:00 - 10:20