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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

KS

Aug 8, 2021

I am impressed with the way this course was delivered in multiple ways. It took a while for me to get used to listening to stories but I am a better learner now. Every Canadian needs this teaching.

LT

Feb 26, 2021

Thank you for this. Beautifully presented, well rounded, I am embarrassed to think of how little I knew before, but I'm glad I do know. This course is an inspiration to dig deeper into many topics.

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By Ashley C

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Oct 5, 2020

I absolutely loved this course. It was a great way to learn about my Indigenous heritage. I really enjoyed the instructors, and listening to the stories and about the art paintings. I am very happy to have dedicated the time to learn and share the knowledge with others.

By Victoria D

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Jul 28, 2020

I wish everyone would take this course. So much eye opening information. We really don’t know anything about Indigenous people and life. Indigenous courses should be mandatory in schools and the culture celebrated. It’s such a shame that we are have not been doing that.

By Lindsey M

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Jul 15, 2024

I learned so many things about our Indigenous communities - past and present - that had never been taught to me before. This course really made me realize how much of the material we learn in elementary-high school about this topic is from the colonizer's perspective!!

By Hannah B

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Nov 11, 2022

I believe that it would be highly valuable if every settler Canadian took this course to be more knowledgable about indigenous peoples and their histories, cultures, and contemporary relations. I would highly reccomend. The content is also engaging and easy to follow.

By Douglas F

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Apr 20, 2022

I am very humbled by the amount of work and dedication that has gone into creating this thorough course. I come out of it with a better understanding of the impacts of colonization in modern Indigenous communities and a greater appreciation for their ongoing struggles.

By Brianna M G

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Aug 22, 2021

This course was both accessible and incredibly informative. I have been prompted to reflect on the foundations of Canada and my understanding of its true history. This course knowledge is essential for all Canadians and anyone interested in the history of this nation.

By Annette D

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Jul 30, 2021

Course gives an excellent Indigenous perspective on Canada's history. All Canadians should make this course a priority. Our Indigenous people deserve to be heard and receive the respect due to them, and also our heartfelt apologies for all the wrongs done. Thank you!!

By Shallyn G

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Nov 8, 2020

Amazing course that changed my worldview forever. As a Canadian settler now living in Scotland I am so glad I have begun to learn about Canada's actual history. This course changed my life and I will be continuing to learn about colonialism past and present. Thank you!

By Linda R

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Oct 29, 2020

I sought a better understanding of the challenges of the Indigenous peoples of Canada and this course gave me that understanding. I believe a course of this nature is necessary in the basic education system in Canada, but at an earlier age. I truly enjoyed this course.

By John P S

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Oct 25, 2020

Excellent corse to support learning about Aboriginal people in North America and parts of the world.

I really enjoyed Tracy Bear and the other presenters. I just wish Wilton Littlechild or other Aboriginal politicians could have been interviewed or included for quotes.

By Skye P

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Oct 16, 2020

I loved this course, I had forgotten about the classes, not because I was bored or anything, but because of school work. I find this class absolutely fascinating and I suggest anybody interested take the course. You can take a bit of time and they won't get supper mad.

By Ryan A

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Aug 24, 2023

Excellent course to get a perspective that wasn't offered through junior/senior high here in Alberta. A necessary moment that Canadians should go through.

We need to challenge people to get uncomfortable with our history in order to be ready for our nation's future.

By Dorothy B

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May 20, 2022

Excellent opportunity to learn more about the First Nations people, the why's and ware fore's of their plight. i now havea much better understanding of how and why things have unfolded in this country's history. Course was very informative and enjoyable. Thank you.

By Monique G

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Sep 21, 2021

I thought that I knew quite a bit about the history of the Indigenous community and Canada. However, this course showed me just how little I really knew. This course should be mandatory for everyone in Canada. Excellent just doesn't seem to be enough to describe it.

By Peter V

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May 21, 2021

A fantastic and wholly accessible summary of the history of Indigenous Peoples across Canada. Thank you to all involved in producing the course - as a newcomer to Canada, it's helped me to really understand the long history and ongoing struggles of Indigenous Peoples.

By Harvey S

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Dec 31, 2020

An exceptional and profound learning experience about Indigenous Peoples. Completing this course was a vital step for me in understanding the 'Truth' about settlers and colonization impacts on Indigenous Peoples: past, present and future. Deep appreciation and thanks.

By Jim S

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Dec 5, 2020

This course was very well designed - easy to deal with. I learned a lot more being able to review and re-do the tests. that was a great idea.

The course provided more than I expected. I now feel that I have a good understanding on Indigenous culture.

Thanks so much!

By Emily

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Nov 27, 2020

Excellent knowledge that should be included as part of a mandatory course curriculum... I feel that I should have learned this in grade/high school. This is necessary knowledge that is taught through a number of mediums that support well-rounded and engaging learning.

By Carm D S

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Sep 3, 2020

Excellent introduction course to the complexities of Indigenous Peoples. It was accessible. Extremely generous. I would encourage every Canadian, visitor to Canada to take the course. I also hope anyone with young children to start telling the part of our history.

By Lauren G

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Nov 20, 2022

I learned an unlearned a lot in this course. The course presented a broad assortment of topics with specific examples to illustrate. I recently became a Canadian citizen, and this course has really helped me to learn more about the country in which I'm proud to live.

By Kyle B

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Feb 25, 2022

This course reshaped my understanding of the colonisation effects on Indigenous peoples. It also made me keenly aware of the common tactics used by colonisers against the colonised. Finally, it celebrated the resilience of the Indigenous as it should have! Thank you.

By sochi r

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Nov 15, 2020

Great content. it opened my eyes and increased my understanding about indigenous history and culture. The material is well thought and it has a clear objective. i will recommend this course to anyone who is interested in knowing more about native studies and culture.

By Anna M O

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Sep 30, 2020

An amazingly great course to know more about Indigenous living in Canada. It is absolutely great that this course an be taken for free since everyone should engage in these kinds of knowledge to be conscious about inequalities and discrimination toward other peoples.

By Melanie S

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Sep 26, 2020

I loved every moment of this course. I learned so much about our history and relationship with the First People's to inhabit our land. I feel like I have done my due diligence as a Canadian to learn about the beginnings of our country; the good, the bad and the ugly.