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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

MD

Jul 2, 2021

This course was very interesting and very informative. Not only did it help correct stereotypes or prejudices, it showed a wide range of subjects pertaining to global and specific Indigenous cultures.

LJ

May 5, 2022

I really enjoyed this course. I liked that it was taught by indigenous peoples from their perspective. I feel much more confident in my knowledge regarding indigenous issues and traditions. Thank you!

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By June R

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Jan 3, 2022

Thanks for the opportunity to learn about First Nations struggles and how Colonialism ignored their wisdom and broke promises. Truth and Reconciliation is their right and long overdue.

By Andrew M

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Sep 16, 2020

Thank you so much for the course! I really appreciated the perspective of our indigenous peoples history especially in regards to colonialism, something we were never taught in school.

By Hannah T

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Dec 13, 2019

Great course. Covers everything from history, art and feminism to racial issues and politics. Very inclusive. The teachers who do the video recordings are clear and explain points well.

By Kim H

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Nov 30, 2020

Very good, I learned A LOT!! Thank you for creating this course, the knowledge is wonderful. I don't feel as ignorant about the Indigenous anymore. I know there is a lot more to learn!

By Kathryn T

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Jan 3, 2022

Enlightening history including gender, urbanization, arts and notable Indigenous people. Good use of video and written materials. Good recap in PDF form. Well segmented for learning.

By Ryan H

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Dec 27, 2021

This was a great course. It really opened my eyes to the other side of the settling of Canada. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in learning about Indigenous Canada.

By Brenda S

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Jan 21, 2022

This is a fabulous course that offers clarification and meaning to the complexity of our contemporary Canadian society. Every Canadian and newcomer to Canada should take this course.

By Barbara B

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Jun 3, 2021

So very well presented, but need to have someone edit the written parts to match the words being spoken. Thought provoking and informative and rewrites history for me and my family.

By Marty H

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Jan 15, 2021

Really interesting and informative. Some modules were more engaging than others, but overall I really enjoyed it and feel like it offered a solid first step toward further learning.

By Tracy H

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Oct 2, 2020

Thank you for a inviting me to complete this course. I am open and engaged during these learning opportunities. There is always something more that we can observe, understand etc.

By Margaux P

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Oct 3, 2019

Very interesting with good orators. Maybe a bit too long from time to time but it feels so good to have such a large view on the history and culture of Indigenous Canadians. Thanks!

By Dennis M

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Nov 12, 2020

A lot of good information that focuses on the mistreatment that First Nations people have endured at the hands of Europeans but also provides background on Native Peoples' cultures

By Mary O

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Aug 3, 2021

The content was excellent and very informative. The wording in the quizzes was often ambiguous and frustrating. I would recommend the course but give a warning about the quizzes.

By PING Z

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Jan 31, 2020

This course is useful for people to understand and knowing indigeous history ,then understhand their culture. it is better for people to intergrated into the indigenous tribes.

By Jaedyn E

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Aug 11, 2021

I loved every moment of this course, I'm so glad I found it randomly reccomended on twitter. I learned a lot and I'm so grateful for this free and easily accesible opportunity.

By Tim P

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Apr 5, 2021

Great comprehensive course to allow for learning the background and history of the indigenous situation in Canada as well as how that history has mapped into present day issues.

By Chelsea W

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Jun 9, 2018

The only complaint I have is that some of the material was dry and presented in a very lecture based way. I think that there could have been more imagery to engage the listener.

By Brandon L

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Apr 21, 2021

Enlightening course on the history of Canada and Indigenous people. Should be part of the curriculum for all Canadians. Only wish there were more visual aides in the teachings.

By Jennifer D

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Jan 3, 2023

Overall great course. I would have liked to see more information on the current impacts and information what is happening now as well as opportunities to help initiate change.

By Sheri S

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Aug 5, 2021

I think anytime we get a better understanding of a community of people, the world is a better place. i enjoyed the course. Thank you to those who put the time in to create it.

By Nicole A

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Dec 8, 2020

Good course. I learned more about the history of our country and its people. I now have a better appreciation for what our FIrst Nations have experienced. Well worth the time.

By Deleted A

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Nov 8, 2020

Thanks. I really appreciate the opportunity Indigenous Canada gave me to learn about indigenous issues in Canada from an indigenous perspective. I found this very informative.

By Jamie D

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Sep 14, 2020

I thought this course was an excellent introduction to the First Peoples of Canada, and was very impressed at the scope (not an easy feat, given how many nations there are!).

By Andrew J

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Jul 9, 2019

Very effective learning methods including great videos! Helped me greatly to improve my understanding and awareness of Indigenous issues in Canada, the history etc. Thanks!

By Uschi M

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Nov 30, 2021

A very interesting, informative course on the history and also the current situation of indigenous people in Canada. Glad to have joined you. Thank you for all your efforts!