This course qualifies as a prerequisite course towards the MPE

This course introduces students to the legal framework governing business in Canada. Drawing from Contemporary Canadian Business Law (12th Edition), it explores the core principles, legislation, and case law that affect how businesses operate, enter into contracts, manage risk, and resolve disputes.

Through a practical, case-based approach, students gain the legal awareness and critical thinking skills needed to identify legal issues, understand their implications, and make sound business decisions. Emphasis is placed on the real-world application of law in areas such as contracts, torts, employment, corporate governance, and consumer protection.

Key Topics:

• The Canadian legal system and the Constitution

• Contract law: formation, performance, and breach

• Torts and professional liability

• Business structures: sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations

• Employment and labour law

• Intellectual property and online commerce

• Consumer protection and government regulation

• Dispute resolution and business ethics

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand how Canadian law applies to business decisions and operations

• Analyze legal situations involving contracts, liability, and regulatory issues

• Identify legal risks and adopt strategies to mitigate them

• Navigate the legal responsibilities of business ownership and management

• Interpret court decisions and legal statutes relevant to business activities