Introduction to International Trade Law (003952)

Overview

Delivery method

Virtual classroom

Duration

3 hours

Audience

Legal Professionnals

Description

Please note that this course is open to Justice Canada legal professionals only (lawyers, notaries who are members of the Chambre des notaires du Québec and paralegals).

An introduction to fundamental concepts in international trade law and the role of the Trade Law Bureau (JLT) in providing advice on this area of the law to government departments and agencies.

Topics covered

• Structure of international trading system
• Key international trade agreements concerning trade in goods and their essential requirements (e.g. non-discrimination, reduction of trade barriers, affirmative requirements with respect to government action, exceptions)
• Relevance to government departments and agencies
• When to seek legal advice from JLT

Presented by the Trade Law Bureau (JLT) in collaboration with the Legal Practices Policy Division (LPPD).

Registration deadline: 5 working days prior to the course date.

Participants are responsible for adding their training activities to their Outlook calendars.

Accommodation measures: The Department of Justice is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free learning environment. If you have any accessibility needs in order to fully participate in the training activity, please contact your manager to discuss your needs. You may also call upon the services of the Centre for Workplace Access-Ability, Health and Wellness to help identify what type of accommodation measures you require.

For more information: Contact the Centre for Legal Education Services.

For information about the continuing professional development (CPD) hours for this course, please consult the 2025 Accreditation Summary.

If you have questions concerning the accreditation process, please contact our accreditation team by email (Accreditations@justice.gc.ca).