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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 Fiona N

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Jul 25, 2021

Thank you for a broad introduction! Clearly there is a great deal more to be learned.

By Nik I

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Jul 20, 2021

Great educational resource. Paced well. Many people will learn a great deal from this.

By Michelle P

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Jul 18, 2021

Extremely informative and easy to engage in. Thank you for making this so accessible!

By Michelle M

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Jul 1, 2021

Excellent place to start in learning and understanding. Highly recommend this course.

By Leah K

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Jun 1, 2021

This course has been an eye opening, emotional, and educational experience. Thank you.

By Renee H

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Apr 25, 2021

This was a fantastic and informative course that has opened my eyes to so many things.

By Tracy Z

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Feb 20, 2021

It is a well-done course - highly recommend! Love the video's and all the information.

By Guy E J T

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Jan 7, 2021

Great to hear the indigenous perspective instead of the lies we were taught in school.

By Marc S

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Dec 29, 2020

Essential to a better understanding of the Fisrt Nations culture and history in Canada

By Rebecca R

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Dec 20, 2020

Very important and informative! Thank you so much to everyone involved in creating it.

By Michelaine L

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Dec 19, 2020

This was a highly informative, very professionally done course. I highly recommend it!

By Sashie S

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Dec 19, 2020

Really impressive content! Well done to all those involved. Very enriching experience.

By Dara M

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Dec 11, 2020

Really amazing overview of Indigenous history in Canada. I learned so much, thank you!

By Jinny J

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Nov 17, 2020

Very insighful! Helps us learn more about most aspects of aboriginal life. I loved it!

By K M

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Oct 28, 2020

Wonderful course! Thank-you for the sharing of these stories and knowledge. Huy ch q’u

By Diane F

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Oct 1, 2020

I really enjoyed this and plan to further educate myself on our Indigenous. Thank you!

By Andrea B

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Sep 26, 2020

Excellent Course, I feel much more informed and I am looking forward to learning more.

By Heather F

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Aug 31, 2020

More challenging than I expected! Very well organized and presented. Much appreciated!

By Mitchell K

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Jan 23, 2020

Great course with an unbiased view that truly portrays indigenous history and culture.

By Edward S

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Apr 2, 2018

Great introductory course to understand the history and the future for reconciliation.

By Sarah G

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Jul 4, 2024

Very helpful introduction to Indigeneity in Canada with many topics to pursue further

By Seyamile N

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Aug 15, 2023

Gained a lot of Knowledge about the Indigenous People of Canada. I appreciate, thanks

By Darren G

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May 2, 2023

Great course, I found the section on residential schools extremely helpful (and sad).

By Lynette G

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Nov 4, 2022

Great introduction to Indigenous people and culture, and makes me want to learn more.

By Steven M

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Sep 5, 2022

I enjoyed taking this course and learned a lot. The flexible schedule was a positive.