ID/LY/CC309 VA1 - Indigenous Forms of Justice (Spring 2026)

Position Summary

: Indigenous justice systems, customary laws and institutions are being rejuvenated globally by Indigenous peoples. This course will examine Indigenous perceptions of justice that may pose challenges to Western ideas and practices of law justice. It will also examine the influence of Western demands of rule of law and economics on Indigenous justice systems, specifically in terms of producing justice systems that have meaning to indigenous peoples and preserving ancestral values for future generations. Note: This is a virtual asynchronous course, which includes some pre-created course content.

Qualifications – Required: Master’s Degree or equivalent lived experience.

Qualifications – Other: Preference will be given to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) people who are accountable to, and have strong ties with, Indigenous communities, and who can clearly articulate their pedagogy for mobilizing FNMI knowledge.