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About the Course

Indigenous Canada is a 12-lesson Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) from the Faculty of Native Studies that explores the different histories and contemporary perspectives of Indigenous peoples living in Canada. From an Indigenous perspective, this course explores complex experiences Indigenous peoples face today from a historical and critical perspective highlighting national and local Indigenous-settler relations. Topics for the 12 lessons include the fur trade and other exchange relationships, land claims and environmental impacts, legal systems and rights, political conflicts and alliances, Indigenous political activism, and contemporary Indigenous life, art and its expressions....

Top reviews

PG

Jan 9, 2021

This was a really great course-I learned so much. I thought the course was very well organized and each module brought many perspectives that I hadn't really been exposed to throughout my education.

DN

Aug 30, 2020

This is a great survey course about Indigenous Canada. As a participant, I have learned and unlearned so much about Indigenous Canadians, and more important, this course has inspired me to learn more.

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By Patricia L

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Sep 29, 2020

Indigenous Canada gives a thorough examination of the FACTS of Canada's troubled history, powerfully illuminating a vital Indigenous perspective.

By Doris A

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Sep 13, 2020

Outstanding. Thank you so much for creating and sharing this course. It cultivated my desire to learn more and the resources to make it possible.

By Jenny H

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Sep 3, 2020

So informative and accessible. Loved the inclusion of visual art in the teachings. Thank you so much to all of those involved! Highly recommend!

By Michelle D

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Aug 13, 2020

Great beginner insight into Indigenous history, racism, ongoing colonialist underpinnings in Canadian politics and ways in which to move forward.

By Heather H

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Jul 9, 2020

The content was interesting, guest appearances were rich with information. Presenters spoke clearly and course was enjoyed from start to finish.

By Mona K

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Apr 8, 2020

Great introduction to the issues facing the Indigenous peoples of Canada are currently facing. It gives the student a basis to continue learning.

By Hammad H A

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Aug 28, 2018

Thank you very much for designing this excellent course. This course enable me to understand the problems that our Indigenous friends are facing.

By Claudine D

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Jun 11, 2017

Absolutely amazing and very informative. Its has given me many tools to help my students learn more about First Nations, Metis, and Inuit people.

By Anne R

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Mar 7, 2025

Very enlightening, informative and interesting. A vital basis for settlers to begin to understand Indigenous Truth & Reconciliation. Thank you.

By Cole S

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Sep 25, 2024

This course was an interesting introspective into native culture and history that isn't typically talked about. I would definitely recommend it.

By Nicka K

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Nov 10, 2022

It was a pleasure to learn through the lens of Indigenous methodologies about the diversity of Indigenous Worldviews from Canada. Thank you !

By Andrea W

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Jul 26, 2022

This was a great course to help me with some of the basics of Indigenous history. I loved the artwork connection and the three varied speakers.

By Mark S

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Apr 28, 2022

This course is an excellent Introduction into the history and the effects of colonialization on the Indigenous peoples living in North America.

By Christine B

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Mar 22, 2022

Absolutely amazing, thank you so much! This course should be done by every Canadian adult to get the history we should have received in school.

By Michael C

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Mar 8, 2022

I really enjoyed the approach the course took. Its content flowed nicely and I have a broader perspective of indigenous culture in our country.

By Jennifer C

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Aug 16, 2021

What a refreshing viewpoint! This course will make me heavily question all further white written history I learn about - what a gift! Thank you.

By Ken U

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Jul 18, 2021

This was a great course. I learned so much that I did not know and gave me a better understanding of the Indigenous culture and views. Thank you

By Owain J M

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Jan 27, 2021

Excellent course, wide range of topics covered and left me wanting to learn more. Really enjoyed completing this and will be doing more reading.

By Alisha S

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Jan 4, 2021

Insightful interesting information. I enjoyed the interactive art pieces, I've never seen anything like that before. I would use Coursera again!

By Ananda A

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Nov 23, 2020

This was an excellent course, so much important content, much thanks to all who were involved in it's creation for the opportunity to take part!

By Miranda M

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Nov 15, 2020

I only hope to have more courses like this available. More concentrated on one subject and more indepth would be amazing. I really enjoyed this!

By Stephanie B

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Nov 10, 2020

Amazing. A lot packed into small modules but a wonderful and important starting point. I think everyone should have to do this course in school.

By Lorilee L

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Nov 9, 2020

This course was put together extremely well and has given me a better understanding of the Indigenous in Canada. I highly recommend this course.

By Kurtis S

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Nov 4, 2020

Outstanding course! I have learned more than I could imagine about Indigenous culture, however I recognize there is still so much more to learn.

By Karen M

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Oct 21, 2020

I really enjoyed this. Best part for me was the early history of the native people in relation to the settlers. THANKYOU for this opportunity.