LG 202: Local Government Legislation and Statute Law (2026 Spring Intensive Course)
About the role
Faculty/Department Centre for Continuing Education Unit CCE-Career & Professional Development Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Sessional Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
Local Government Legislation and Statute Law
Description: An introduction to the Saskatchewan legislation relevant to municipal government processes, procedures and authority. Topics include case law, statute law, contracts, preparation and interpretation of bylaws, interpretation of statutes, and detailed Study of Government of Saskatchewan Acts governing rural, urban and northern municipalities.
Position Requirements
Requirements: Candidates should have a Masters degree in a relevant area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A teaching dossier is not required when applying for this position.
LG instructors are asked to attend LG Advisory meetings (approximately two per year) as well as instructor team meetings as needed. LG instructors will be evaluated by students and feedback will be provided by Division Head after each semester to ensure high quality teaching and learning. Communication with other instructors in the LG program is encouraged to ensure transfer of knowledge and skills is consistent throughout the program.
Teaching and Curriculum Development Qualifications: This course will be offered in an intensive format for the specified dates. Candidates are responsible for ensuring course material and curriculum meets current municipal sector and University academic requirements. Candidates should have good understanding of post-secondary academic standards and have strong communication and analytic skills to provide clear and effective written feedback for students on assignments and exams.
Physical Demands
Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range as per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours
Prep work then 2026 Spring Intensive Course – June 8 to June 12, 2026
Online Final Exam – Friday, June 19, 2026 1:00pm-4:00pm
Course Modality In person Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) June 2026 Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
02/04/2026
Job Close Date
02/18/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
Cover Letter and Resume/Curriculum Vitae
For existing Sessionals: You may upload new curriculum vitae and teaching dossier with your application or you may use previously uploaded documents.
Existing sessional instructors do not have to provide new references and transcripts with each application. They may use previously uploaded documents.
If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.
LG 202: Local Government Legislation and Statute Law (2026 Spring Intensive Course)
About the role
Faculty/Department Centre for Continuing Education Unit CCE-Career & Professional Development Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Sessional Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
Local Government Legislation and Statute Law
Description: An introduction to the Saskatchewan legislation relevant to municipal government processes, procedures and authority. Topics include case law, statute law, contracts, preparation and interpretation of bylaws, interpretation of statutes, and detailed Study of Government of Saskatchewan Acts governing rural, urban and northern municipalities.
Position Requirements
Requirements: Candidates should have a Masters degree in a relevant area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A teaching dossier is not required when applying for this position.
LG instructors are asked to attend LG Advisory meetings (approximately two per year) as well as instructor team meetings as needed. LG instructors will be evaluated by students and feedback will be provided by Division Head after each semester to ensure high quality teaching and learning. Communication with other instructors in the LG program is encouraged to ensure transfer of knowledge and skills is consistent throughout the program.
Teaching and Curriculum Development Qualifications: This course will be offered in an intensive format for the specified dates. Candidates are responsible for ensuring course material and curriculum meets current municipal sector and University academic requirements. Candidates should have good understanding of post-secondary academic standards and have strong communication and analytic skills to provide clear and effective written feedback for students on assignments and exams.
Physical Demands
Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range as per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours
Prep work then 2026 Spring Intensive Course – June 8 to June 12, 2026
Online Final Exam – Friday, June 19, 2026 1:00pm-4:00pm
Course Modality In person Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) June 2026 Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
02/04/2026
Job Close Date
02/18/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
Cover Letter and Resume/Curriculum Vitae
For existing Sessionals: You may upload new curriculum vitae and teaching dossier with your application or you may use previously uploaded documents.
Existing sessional instructors do not have to provide new references and transcripts with each application. They may use previously uploaded documents.
If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.