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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 Ioulia B

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Aug 7, 2020

I came into this course thinking I had some knowledge of indigenous people in Canada. I was so wrong. Thankfully I learned a lot. So grateful for this course. I will continue to keep learning about the original owners of this land that I occupy.

By Monica C

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Apr 25, 2022

I love the videos, the art at the end of each lesson and the content that was included! Very educational and easy to follow along and absorb the information! Thank you so much for creating such a culturally appropriate course for learners all over!

By Leigh R

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Mar 17, 2022

An eye opening view of how our Indigenous peoples have been mistreated for centuries. An extensive course covering a variety of topics that increases awareness of the unique culture our native brothers and sisters bring to this land we call Canada.

By Julie L

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Jan 27, 2022

I'm happy to have had the opportunity to freely have access to this course. It has reminded me of important things I already knew and has taught me exponentially more on the history and plight of the Indigenous people whose land I live on. Miigwech

By Gloria D

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Aug 15, 2021

Amazing course to learn about the history of Indigenous peoples in present-day Canada. The material is well organized and presented. I have a lot more empathy and respect for Indigenous peoples native to North America than before I took the course.

By M G

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Feb 1, 2021

Thank you so much for this great Course . I have learned and unlearned so much about Indigenous Canadian and have become curious enough to know more and better . I am sure there are lot more history and topic that is waiting for us to learn them.

By Caroline H

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Dec 13, 2020

As I am from indigenous back ground and have learned many things over the years. this was very enlightening and well put together I really enjoyed this course. I have been out of university since 2007 this was a nice introduction back to learning

By Mark M

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Dec 8, 2020

This course was excellent but I'm glad that I had the ability to pause each lesson as there is a lot of content, as well there should be. As a non academic person I would have struggled with this in person and not on line. Great Job, and thank you.

By Mikaela M

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Nov 24, 2020

I learned a lot! I really appreciated the information being taught chronologically and with a very clear direction. Loved the art involved in the teaching as well. Thank you so much for making this available in a free, concise, and informative way!

By Debra M

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Apr 10, 2023

This course was very encompassing , informational and well presented. It gives me an better understanding of the our First Nations, Inuit and Metis people , something I wish I had learned much earlier and should be taught in elementary shcool.

By Niki C

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Oct 22, 2022

I learned a lot in this course. The information was presented in a way that it did not seem overwhelming. It was a vast amount of history and knowledge covering a lot of topics but they were all interesting and kept my attention the whole course.

By Erriton L

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Sep 8, 2022

10/10, very informative course as to why things are the way they are, should be a must read for all Canadians so we can all be on the same team and broaden our worldviews and perspectives and work together towards a better future for all, thanks!

By RoseAnne M

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Dec 31, 2021

I enjoyed this overview from the University of Alberta. It gave me some new avenues to pursue for additional study. I liked the video plus notes components to reinforce the teachings. I loved the art from Leah Dorian that accompanied each lesson.

By Tamara F

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Jul 5, 2021

This was a fantastic course that really opened my eyes to Indigenous Worldviews. I have since joined an Equity Scan for Action Committee at the high school I work at, dedicated to bring Equitable teachings and learning to our Aboriginal students.

By Christine F

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Apr 11, 2021

Thank you. I'm very grateful for learning about Indigenous Canada. It's incredibly critical for all Canadians to know truth in order to build relationships and change our communities. I will continue learning and tell everyone to take this course.

By Janet C

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Dec 10, 2020

Outstanding on every level. So impressed with the content, instructors and diplomacy. The art was a crucial part of the course and an aspect U looked forward to. Wouldn’t it be great if this course was implemented into Canada’s school curriculum.

By Linda

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Nov 20, 2020

I think this was an excellent introductory course - everyone in Canada should have to take it. I learned very much and understand my ignorance and privileges in a better way and a different light. Thank you to the whole team who put this together.

By Marti L

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Nov 20, 2020

This course should be taught in all high schools in Canada. As an Indigenous person born and raised in the NWT, I learned so much from this course that my childhood and even my post secondary schooling had not taught me. Very well done, thank you.

By Lori B

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Oct 23, 2020

Very informative, this course goes way beyond what I learned in school. I think that at least this much information should be included in every school system in Canada in hopes for a better understanding moving forward. Thank you for this course!

By Cedric T

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Sep 23, 2020

A very informative course and I feel less ashamed of my ignorance. I leave feeling saddened by the recent news of the cocky Nova Scotian fisherman who disrupted the lobster traps of the indigenous people. The message is not sinking in fast enough.

By Ali P

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Aug 23, 2020

The course was beautifully laid out. Everything was connected and presented in a way that was engaging (hard to do in a digital setting), and I loved the art explanation and connection. Thank you to all the presenters, and those behind the scenes.

By Kim B

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Aug 2, 2020

This course gave me an insight into Canada's history and it's indigenous people that I had never been exposed to. I found it informative, thought-provoking and a wonderful opportunity to learn more about Indigenous culture and heritage. Thank you.

By Miyabi N

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Sep 6, 2024

This was an amazing course! Not only the content but also how it was delivered. Some other courses require a computer to access some videos, but I was able to use both computer and iPad to continuously study by going through videos and materials.

By Om M

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Jun 12, 2023

A really amazing course to take to start the journey of reconciliation through learning. The instruction and interviews were powerful and I am grateful that I was able to devote the time to take the course and fully immerse myself in its topics.

By Garry K F

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Apr 11, 2023

I appreciate the opportunity to have gained valuable insight on the worldview/mindset of the Indigenous peoples of Canada. I hope that I have come away with a more balanced education on the realities of " settler " vs First Nations inter-actions.