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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

JS

Oct 21, 2020

I really enjoyed the course! So much I didn't know about the history. I also didn't have a true understanding why there is so much discourse between Indigenous people and government. Total eye opener.

JB

Oct 10, 2021

This is a must for anyone, non-indigenous to Indigenous to complete. Should also be a part of the process to become a Canadian citizen. Very well done. I thank you for opening my eyes, mind and heart.

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By Julia M

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Dec 19, 2020

Great overview course of Indigenous relations, culture, history, art, and perseverance in Canada. Very informative and covered a wide variety of topics. The lecture on Indigenous art was a favourite! Would love to take more courses like it, diving deeper into the topics!

By Ryan W

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Nov 6, 2020

Thank you for providing a wonderful course that taught me so much! Loved every moment of it, including the YouTube discussions with Dan Levy. I am looking forward to purchasing UA Native Studies hoodies, Leah Dorion prints and hopefully more online offerings. Thank you!

By Heather D

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Apr 23, 2020

The final week on the arts was very inspirational. I am inspired to continue learning and discovering First Nations art, and lands in Canada as a destination to discover with my family. I am so glad to have the experience to learn more about Canada and Indigenous people,

By Claire M

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Jul 4, 2023

I found there were many similarities to other oppressed cultures from all over the world. The course helped me to understand more of the concerns of the First Nations people in Cananda. I hope in the future we can continue to stand together in support as a "one people".

By Elizabeth B

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Oct 31, 2022

Even though I know that this is a 'survey course' and could not possibly represent all aspects of Indigenous Canada, I have unlearned and relearned so much of my past "high school history". I wish/hope that this course continues to be made available for all Canadians.

By Elaine P

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Oct 29, 2022

I have learned a great deal from this course. I have had to re-learn the History of Canada as the content of this course was never included in my learnings. I know feel that I have a better understanding.

I have recommended this course to everyone I have spoken with.

By Mitchell L

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Aug 12, 2022

Very helpful introductory course to understand the history behind our current relationship as a nation with indigenous peoples.

I was very thankful to see indigenous cultures represented as distinct and not pan-indigenized.

Everyone in Canada should take this course.

By joan h

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Mar 31, 2022

Thank you so much for offering this class as a stand alone class. It has given me the opportunity to engage and learn from early history to present day.

I am in awe of you all and what you have accomplished. I would love to hear more sharing of stories of the Elders.

By Jessica H

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Feb 21, 2022

This course should be part of all Canadian Histtory education in schools across Canada. sAs a white settler, I am ashamed thait it isn't until I turned 70 that i learned this history. I relfect on how it might have changed my approach to my work in government and more.

By Drew B

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Dec 20, 2021

This was an amiazing, well structered and designed course that really helpsed me to greater understand the perspective and history of FNMI peoples. I would highly reccomend this for anyone who would like to broaden thier understanding of this oftern overlooked history.

By Maureen S

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Oct 7, 2021

This is a wonderful, enlightening, eye-opening course. My early years at school did not include any world views except white colonialism, and presented our Indigenous peoples as primitive. It has taken me until age 66 to have my eyes opened, and i want to learn more...

By Margaret B

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Aug 9, 2021

This course was an excellent framing of indigenous history, and current reality, including the difficult interactions with colonial powers, and the Canadian government. Canada needs to step up in its responsibilities to interact with indigenous peoples nation to nation.

By Nicole A

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Nov 8, 2020

Every Canadian should take this course. I cannot recommend it enough. We all stand to benefit from understanding another perspective - and in this case, the perspective of the original inhabitants of our country. Know better, do better, be better, Canadians. Start here.

By Terence T

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Oct 31, 2020

A well done course. It allowed myself to see a different perspective on the history of Canada. It is a introduction to topics that I have and will continue to do research on. The three main presenters help to make the course interesting, as they keep your engagement.

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.