Instructor(s): John Borrows

Note: This course can be used to satisfy either the Perspective or the International/Comparative/Transnational course requirement. 

This course addresses issues of ownership, regulation, and jurisdiction of Indigenous peoples’ environmental relationships and natural resources in the United States. Specific topics include the legal status of: Indigenous religion and spirituality; culture; ownership of land and water; land use and environmental protection; taxation of natural resources in reservation contexts; federally reserved Indian water rights; and off-reservation Indian hunting, fishing, and gathering rights. Comparisons will be made to Canadian legal contexts throughout the course.

Evaluation
Based on 30% participation (10% class discussion; 20% presentation) and 70% research paper of 6,250 – 7,500 words.
Academic year
2024 - 2025

At a Glance

First Term
Credits
3
Hours
2
Perspective course
ICT

Enrolment

Maximum
20

18 JD
2 LLM/SJD/MSL/SJD U

Schedule

W: 2:10 - 4:00 pm