This course introduces students to the foundations and theory of Canadian Political Economy, with a particular focus on the historical development, and present-day conditions, of capitalism in Canada. The course also explores issues such as the relationship between the Canadian state and the economy; the intersection of capitalism and colonialism; and the political economy of migration, the resource industry, and/or care work. Lastly, the course emphasizes how socio-economic changes have also engendered new forms of struggle and resistance. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): 12 credit units of POLS and/or IS; or 36 credit units at the university level, including at least 6 credit units of ANTH, ENG, HIST, INDG, IS, POLS, RLST, SOC, or WGST.
This course introduces students to the foundations and theory of Canadian Political Economy, with a particular focus on the historical development, and present-day conditions, of capitalism in Canada. The course also explores issues such as the relationship between the Canadian state and the economy; the intersection of capitalism and colonialism; and the political economy of migration, the resource industry, and/or care work. Lastly, the course emphasizes how socio-economic changes have also engendered new forms of struggle and resistance. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): 12 credit units of POLS and/or IS; or 36 credit units at the university level, including at least 6 credit units of ANTH, ENG, HIST, INDG, IS, POLS, RLST, SOC, or WGST.
