ENVR571: Legal Aspects of Environmental Management
Course at a glance
Next Start Date
January 11, 2021
Subject Level
Graduate
Course Description
Provides an overview of current environmental law and policy, including the role of the common law, legislation, regulation and policy and how it evolves over time. Explains how the constitutional division of powers is relevant to environmental management in Canada and examines the role of federal, provincial and local governments, and First Nations in regulating environmental protection. Examines the development and implementation of international environmental legal instruments and explores the use of environmental assessment as a tool to prevent unwanted impacts.
Course Credits
- 3.00
General Studies Offerings
General studies courses may be eligible for internal transfer credit into their related programs.
| Start Date | End Date | Tuition (Domestic) | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 11, 2021 | March 21, 2021 | TBD | Online |