Is the Canadian state racist? Is the law a tool of anti-racist resistance or a tool of racial oppression? Is racial categorization in public policy inherently inequitable or strategically necessary? This seminar course explores the complex relationship between racism, the law, and public policy within the context of Canadian institutions. Students will engage with critical race theory, case law, state policy documents, race-based data collection, and Canadian political science scholarship.
Areas of Focus: Public Law and Public Policy