APTPUO - Fall 2026 - CML11081 B00 - Property (Part 1 of 2)

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Regular Part-Time Professor to teach Property (Part 1 of 2) (Course Code: CML11081 Section: B00) during the 2026 Fall Semester. The course introduces concepts of property, ownership and possession, and the law relating to interests in real and personal property. Specific topics include: gifts; bailment; finders; doctrine of tenure; contingent interests; estates; future interest; natural resources; water rights; First Nations land law; co-ownership; easements; restrictive covenants; adverse possession; trusts and their impact on family property and commercial relationships. This course will also introduce the principles of equity. The academic year starts on September 1 and ends on August 31. The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and inclusion. They are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is dedicated to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment and will work with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment process. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, with Canadians and permanent residents given priority. The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world, located in Canada’s capital, known for its advances in social sciences, health, engineering, science, and humanities. It aspires to employ a staff that fully represents the diversity of Canada's population and is committed to employment equity principles and an inclusive, barrier-free workplace.

Requirements

Candidates must also apply for CML11082 (Property Part 2 of 2) in Winter 2027.
Be leaders in the legal profession.
Possess an LL.B., J.D., or equivalent.
Hold membership in the Law Society of Ontario, or equivalent, in good standing.
Successfully complete all mandatory legislated training.

Responsibilities

Teach the course "Property (Part 1 of 2)" (CML11081 B00) during the 2026 Fall Semester.
Introduce concepts of property, ownership and possession, and the law relating to interests in real and personal property.
Cover specific topics including gifts, bailment, finders, doctrine of tenure, contingent interests, estates, future interest, natural resources, water rights, First Nations land law, co-ownership, easements, restrictive covenants, adverse possession, trusts and their impact on family property and commercial relationships.
Introduce the principles of equity.