Traditional Indigenous Justice

Program Overview

This course examines the principles of traditional Indigenous North American justice systems and their comparison to the Canadian justice system. It explores the incorporation of Indigenous practices into Canada's justice system, reflecting its multi-juridical nature. Students will also consider the challenges and resistances encountered in this process.

Program Outline

Outline:

• This course explores the fundamental principles that inform traditional Indigenous North American justice systems and how these principles compare to values underpinning the settler-colonial Canadian justice system.
• Students will consider how incorporating traditional Indigenous practices into Canada's justice system reflects that Canada is a multi-juridical nation.
• Students will also explore the challenges and resistances that arise in this work.