Canadian Law Concepts and Principles

The video tutorial covers the sources, classes, and types of Canadian law. It explains constitutional, statute, and common law as the main sources. The classes of law include substantive and procedural law, while the types are public and private law. Public law involves the relationship between individuals and the state, including constitutional, administrative, and criminal law. Private law, also known as civil law, deals with relationships between individuals and organizations. An example of substantive law is the Education Act, which outlines student rights and responsibilities. The video concludes with instructions to review the material and complete the coursework.

What are the tasks you need to complete in today's lesson?

• Complete a group project

• Watch a video, read a slideshow, and answer questions

• Read a book and take a quiz

• Watch a video and write an essay

Which of the following is NOT a source of Canadian law?

• Constitutional law

• Statute law

• Common law

• International law

What is the primary characteristic of constitutional law?

• It is passed by elected officials

• It is related to administrative procedures

• It is entrenched in the constitution and overrides other laws

• It is based on judicial decisions

What are the two main classes of Canadian law?

• Public and private law

• Substantive and procedural law

• Criminal and civil law

• Federal and provincial law

Which type of law deals with the relationship between individuals and the state?

• Private law

• Substantive law

• Public law

• Procedural law

What is the rule of precedent in common law known as?

• Ex post facto

• Res judicata

• Stare decisis

• Habeas corpus

What is another name for private law?

• Administrative law

• Criminal law

• Civil law

• Constitutional law

Can you sue a city or municipality in Canada?

• Yes, because they are considered corporations

• No, they are immune from lawsuits

• Only in criminal cases

• Only with federal approval

What does the Education Act exemplify in terms of law?

• Common law

• Substantive law

• Administrative law

• Procedural law

What is the key difference between laws and rules?

• All rules are laws

• Laws are suggestions

• All laws are rules, but not all rules are laws

• Rules have criminal punishments