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Indigenous Governance

Dalhousie University
Halifax , Canada
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Criminal Justice Studies | Indigenous Law | International Law
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Social Sciences | Law
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English
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Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University offers a range of programs, including those at the Schulich School of Law.


Schulich School of Law

The Schulich School of Law provides various programs for students, including the JD program and graduate programs in law.


LAWS 2270 Indigenous Governance

This seminar course is intended for students who want to obtain a deeper appreciation of governance systems and structures that currently apply to First Nation communities pursuant to the Indian Act and other federal legislation and policy. The course covers areas such as:


  • elections
  • the exercise of Band Council authority through resolutions and by-laws
  • membership
  • essential services program devolution
  • land issues and economic development
  • employment and human rights issues on reserve
  • dispute resolution mechanisms The course also examines systems beyond the Indian Act, including self-government and greater implementation of customary and Indigenous law.

Course Details

  • Credit Hours: 3
  • Prerequisite(s): None
  • Co-requisite(s): None
  • Assessment Method: Major paper and class participation
  • Restrictions: None

This course is useful for students who intend to work closely with First Nations communities or organizations and government departments servicing those communities. Unlike the Aboriginal Peoples and the Law course, this course focuses on governance issues affecting First Nations communities.


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