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Foundations of Canadian Law

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2033 Ignat Kaneff BuildingresGPA@osgoode.yorku.caopd-staging.osgoode.yorku.ca/academic-programs/professional-llms/graduate-diploma-in-foundations-of-canadian-law/

The Graduate Diploma in Foundations of Canadian Law is the only program of its kind in Canada. It is designed to provide a deep understanding of Canadian law in the key areas of public and private law. It covers foundational aspects of the Canadian legal landscape, including Canada’s legal history and structure; skills-focused topics, such as legal research and writing; and more specialized topics, through elective courses chosen by students. Students learn from expert faculty members and network with professionals across a variety of industries. The Graduate Diploma in Foundations of Canadian Law opens the doors to better career opportunities in the Canadian legal market and may set the stage for further graduate study.