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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

MJ

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Thanks for teaching me a lot about indigenous history in Canada. I am inspired to learn more. I just finished Chelsea Vowel’s book, Indigenous Writes and I’m currently reading the summary of the RCAP.

LH

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I thoroughly enjoyed this course in the the way it is presented and the information given. It expanded my knowledge and insights of indigenous history, culture, and knowledge, as well as so much more.

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By Kiera-dawn k

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Apr 28, 2020

very well put together course that I would highly recommend for Indigenous and Non-Indigenous people :

By Katherine R

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Nov 16, 2019

Very informative. Great introduction to many different issues. Will recommend this course to others.

By Whitney K

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Jul 30, 2019

Very informative. I learnt a lot about Indigenous peoples and feel confident in sharing their stories.

By Colin C

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Feb 4, 2023

A foundational piece of learning every non-Indigenous person should take. Truly important. Thank you.

By Debra M

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Oct 27, 2022

I am appreciative that this course was available. It was extrememly educational and easy to navigate.

By Heather L

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Sep 29, 2022

I leaned a new accurate history of Canada., one not found in my public school history books. Miigwech

By Amber B

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Sep 18, 2022

Exceptional course and I learned a great deal from it. Highly recommended for all Canadians to take.

By Aixa V

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Aug 11, 2022

Very interesting, nice speakers. The notes are really helpful. I love the final interactive painting!

By Deb O

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Apr 18, 2022

I thank all those that were part of the making of this course. I am honoured to have learned so much.

By Jessey N

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Feb 15, 2022

Incredible insight, amazing deep dives into rabbit holes. Lessons I'll cherish and pass on to my kids

By Kevin B

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Dec 6, 2021

Excellent course that should be mandatory teaching for all high school students in Canada and beyond.

By Rose

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Nov 7, 2021

Outstanding information and presentation. Questions could improve and be about meaning and not facts.

By Patricia H

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Sep 20, 2021

Very well presented and informative. I learned a lot and will definitely delve more into this topic.

By Maria S

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Sep 2, 2021

Engaging material presented in a way that's informative and also complicates the audience's thinking.

By Heather D

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Aug 21, 2021

Thank you for your hard work in relaying important indigenous culture that is not often spoken about.

By Miranda S

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Aug 15, 2021

wonderful eyeopeing view of the history of Canada and the Indigenous peoples lives involved with it!

By Charity Y

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Aug 10, 2021

I really enjoyed the content, the teaching method, the testing and would recommend it to many others.

By Alexandra P

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Aug 8, 2021

A wonderful overview that inspires me to learn more. I whole heartedly recommend this course to all.

By Paul H

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Jun 10, 2021

Very informative, wonderful supplemental information. Too much to remember in one sitting for sure.

By Pamela D

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Apr 18, 2021

Excellent course to garner a much needed understanding of Indigenous world views and ways of knowing.

By Heather P

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Mar 5, 2021

This was an excellent way to learn our own Canadian faults and failings as a means of reconciliation.

By Bob B

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Jan 10, 2021

I thought this was an awesome course. I truly enjoyed the learning experience of getting to know more

By Lisa F

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Dec 31, 2020

Very informative course. Has improved my knowledge of indigenous history and perspectives immensely.

By Sharlene F

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Dec 2, 2020

Informative. Thoughtful, sensitive and profound coverage of important and difficult themes. Thank you