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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 Marianne W

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Dec 21, 2021

This was a great introductory course that was easy to follow. I found it though provoking and inspiring. I feel more connected to my culture (Nehiyawak and Metis) and want to learn more of the traditions to pass on to my children.

By Beverley S

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Aug 10, 2021

As someone who moved to Canada in 2012, I was largely unaware of the issues facing indigenous people, and wanted to learn more. This course was very informative, interesting and well presented. I highly recommend it to everyone.

By Lisa S H O

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Aug 3, 2021

An incredible course! Much gratitute to all who contributed. Thankful to have had an opportunity to listen and learn from it. My heart and mind are forever changed. I look forward to learning more. I highly recommend this course.

By Steven P

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Feb 19, 2021

Really great course. I loved the background and stories for important people and events. the course if very professionally put together and it was a pleasure to go through it. i'm recommending this to almost everyone i talk to.

By Emily M

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Jan 25, 2021

Loved this course!! I would recommend this course to anyone, its taken me on an incredible learning journey and shown me so much of what I never knew to be the history of this land where I was born, raised and live. Very powerful.

By NN

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Jan 3, 2021

Fantastic introductory course to help understand the basic (and, in some cases, more complex) issues of Indigenous Canada; most of it not commonly taught or known. Thank you for creating this course and making it widely available.

By Catherine H

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Dec 31, 2020

Complex, interrelated material was presented clearly and with great diversity, organization and insight. I thoroughly recommend this course as a primer for exploring Indigenous Identity and History in the land now known as Canada.

By Eva C

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Sep 23, 2020

While an intro course can only cover so much, I was blown away by the breadth of these 12 weeks. From origin stories to modern art and politics. I hope more Canadians are encouraged to learn about Indigenous peoples and history.

By LOKHANDWALA A H

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Sep 6, 2020

The course is very helpful in understanding the dynamics of the first nations of Canada, their place in contemporary society and their struggles. Lessons learnt from here can be applied to other indigenous people across the globe.

By Karen D

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Jul 25, 2022

Excellent course! The mode in which it is presented gives all kinds of learners what they need to be succesful. and The content was delivered eloquently with great feeling giving meaning to every piece of information. Thank you.

By Sue P

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Dec 20, 2021

This course was well contructed and presented. It was both informative and enlightening. I believe it to be a most relative and extremely important learning opportunilty for both Canadians and other nations. Highly recommended.

By tammy m

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Nov 3, 2021

Thank you for an education I never received in public school. My indigenous education will continue. With knowledge, understanding, compassion and patience together we can grow as a country and heal. This is my prayer. Miigwech<3

By Daniel S

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Oct 17, 2021

A phenomenally informative course filled with amazing information delivered by wonderful lecturers who established a warm and comfortable space to share these important facts and perspectives. I am truly grateful for their work.

By Jennifer M S

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Apr 19, 2021

This was an excellent, innovative, and captivating experience. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to learn and engage with this course, and the incredible content within. Truly, thank you for creating this course. Amazing!!

By félix M

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Jan 27, 2021

I've been following this course all the way from France during lockdown , thanks to the university of Alberta for such an unique experience .

The videos and modules were greatly informative and eye oppening , thanks you so much !!

By Nuno A

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Dec 21, 2020

Very educational. The course material was informative and inspired me to learn more. I often found myself stopping a lesson to learn about different parts of Canadian/Aboriginal history that I was not taught in school. Thank you!

By J N H

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Dec 6, 2020

Thank you for putting together such a comprehensive yet easily understandable course. You have opened my eyes in so many ways - they will not be closed again. I will continue my learning journey - thank you for starting me on it.

By Jen J

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Nov 15, 2020

Very informative and thoughtful course. A good place to start when trying to get a different perspective on Canadian history and better understanding some of the brutal and discriminatory treatment of indigenous people in Canada.

By Leanne T

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Oct 23, 2020

Excellent content! Painfully accurate, description of genocide in Canada, and the foundations of continued colonialism in this country. Supports the goals of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission. Thank you so much for sharing.

By Jean K

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Oct 1, 2020

I found this to be a very useful and informative course. Our schools do not cover Canadian history and the role of Indigenous peoples so this course provides an excellent overview of that history. I highly recommend this course.

By corinna c

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Sep 7, 2020

With a few modifications, it would be great to see this as an essential learning course for anyone working in government or law enforcement. well done. I am inspired to keep learning and keep changing my views. Thank you so much.

By charmine s

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Aug 29, 2020

this was highly educational, and i HAVE COME A WAY WITH A LOT OF AWARENESS AND KNOWLEDGE ABOUT INDIGENOUS PEOPLE AND THEIR WAY OF BEING, AS WELL AS THE HISTORY OF THE GOVERNMENT, TREATIES AND AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE SYSTEM TODAY.

By Katie C

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Jul 31, 2023

A very well-designed course that provided knowledge and insight into education that was never taught in school. High recommend it as it was great to understand the real perspectives and hear the voices that need to be amplified.

By Robin B

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Oct 21, 2021

Thank you for your hard works and efforts in helping to educate all of us who want to learn the real history of indigenous people's in Canada that was "neglected' as part of our schooling. Eye opening and important. Miigwetch!

By Renee M

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Aug 18, 2021

Excellent course! So enjoyed it as hard as it was to learn what the Indigenous have gone through. This course has made me come to appreciate the Indigenous culture, history and struggles. Does not make me proud to be a Canadian.