Introduction to Aboriginal Legal Issues

An overview of the important legislative, judicial, and quasi-judicial developments which have impacted and continue to impact Aboriginal peoples and their place in Canada.

Course Outline (.pdf)
Student Supplement (.pdf)

Some important legislation

• Royal Proclamation of 1763 - relevant section
• Indian Act (1985)
• Treaty 6
   
  • Famous U.S. case Johnson v M'Intosh - click here

Some important legal cases

• Calder Case also click here
• Guerin Case
• Delgamuukw Case