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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 Gabriel D d L

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Apr 24, 2023

As a person living in the Yukon Territory I judged the right step to learn about Indigenous culture and history. The course is complete and helped me to understand a little better about that rich and interesting culture.

By Sue C

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Apr 13, 2021

I thought I knew a lot about indigenous peoples, I was wrong. This course taught a lot. I really enjoyed the course, it was well laid out and presented. Highly recommend this course to everyone. Extremely interesting.

By Lesley M

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Mar 22, 2021

This course has expanded my worldview. As a white woman who is Canadian only due to colonization and the privileges and advantages that provides me, I hope to continue my studies and be an ally to all Indigenous peoples.

By Edith S

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Mar 15, 2021

I really enjoyed learning more about my neighbours and friends and family, from their view and story...so very sorry for all of the injustices and inequities you have had to endure. May you continue to flourish. Thank you

By Marjorie J C

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Nov 29, 2020

I enjoyed this course so much. This should be mandatory learning in our History classes at middle school level and up. Feel I have a better understanding and respect regarding Indigenous rights and the need to be heard.

By Krys C

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Nov 14, 2020

I would recommend fixing a couple of the answers in the quizzes as there were times upon getting a wrong answer and looking at the community conversation that we found the answer we gave actually should have been correct.

By Loralie C

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Oct 12, 2020

I am loving this course! So much amazing information. I am finally able to economically learn what I've always wanted to learn....more about Indigenous history, people, as well as the triumphs and struggles along the way.

By Debby K

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Aug 15, 2020

Any honest and raw truths are appreciated and this course provided me with a knowledge I will carry with me through my life. I would recommend this course to anyone who wishes to seek out 'the other side of the history'.

By Ellenie H D

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Oct 17, 2019

Loved this course, had a great flow to move through. I felt I learned a lot was an enjoyable experience and can't wait to see where this leads.

One recommendation is to make the videos a little more exciting!

Thank you :)

By Erin N

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Mar 7, 2023

This course is informative, educational and engaging. The information is presented in a way that's easy to understand with a good mix of practical knowledge, story telling, videos and historical facts. I learned so much.

By Warren G

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Oct 3, 2022

This was a very insightful course that opened my eyes to the history of Canada's Indigenous Peoples past, present and future. Thank you very much for this knowledge as I will encourage my co workers to take this course.

By Heather M

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Apr 19, 2022

This was a very comprehensive course in the history and contemporary issues faciing Indigenous Canada. It is my opinion, that courses like this should be implemented into Canadian curriculum.

Thank you for your hardwork.

By Andy K

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Jun 16, 2021

Outstanding course. I learned so much and want to dive deeper into the history both old and current of Indigenous Peoples of the land now called Canada. This should be mandated at all grades in all schools of curriculum.

By Reba S

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Feb 10, 2021

I learned so much from this work. The most important thing I learned was that there is still so much more to learn. Thank you for making this content available. I feel like a more caring and open-minded Canadian citizen.

By Elizabeth K

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Dec 6, 2020

This was a really interesting course. Some of the quizzes were tricky because the questions were worded in a complicated way or the answers were not clear, either from the videos or the reading. I'm glad I did it though!

By Heather L

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Nov 23, 2020

I learned a lot. Some I knew, and was able to explore the issues more. Some things I did not know and was glad to learn. However, I am left with more questions. Such as 'what now?' How can I can help? What more can I do?

By Ofelia L

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Nov 8, 2020

I am very happy I enrolled in this course. I have learned a lot about the indigenous communities in Canada. I truly believe it is never too late to learn and I will encourage people to sign up for this course. Thank you.

By Moira J M

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Jan 17, 2018

This was an excellent course, informative and at times heartbreaking. My only criticism, which has been made by others, is that some questions on the quizzes had more than one "correct" option among the possible answers.

By Carolyn D

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Nov 16, 2017

Extremely well organized and engaging material on a subject it's a shame we didn't all learn more about in schools. I am very grateful that such a course is accessible to anyone who is interested in learning, at no cost!

By Anastasia N

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Sep 17, 2023

A fantastic course that provided a detailed overview of Indigenous history and culture in settler Canada. I learned so much and have so much more to learn. Thank you so much. I will be recommending this course to many!

By Natalie S

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Aug 31, 2022

i loved all the information! I do wish that there were more photos of items mentioned (button blankets, places, wtc. totems and why totems have that design). This is a great course and it was winderdully put together!

By Mariam L

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Nov 15, 2021

This course offers breadth and depth of understanding, highlights how very much is missing in general education about Indigenous People, and opens doors to more learning. Thank you greatly for this opportunity to grow.

By Allison M

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Oct 26, 2021

I learned so much seeing history from the Indigenous People's perspective. I really liked the interviews with the diverse peoples from different clans and the Leah Dorion's art really brought the course content to life.

By Kimi G

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Sep 26, 2021

I thoroughly enjoyed this course, I learned so much more about Canada's Indigenous Peoples than I ever knew. It was insightful, emotional, and inspiring. I loved Leah Dorion's artwork and her descriptions of each one.

By Rachel C

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Sep 8, 2021

A really good step towards understanding the cultural beliefs, values and history of the original people of this land. Highly recommend and quite frankly I believe this should be a mandatory course for all High Schools.