DN
Aug 30, 2020
This is a great survey course about Indigenous Canada. As a participant, I have learned and unlearned so much about Indigenous Canadians, and more important, this course has inspired me to learn more.
SW
Jun 23, 2021
Very informative, I really enjoyed this course. The perspectives presented were eye-opening, and it was nice to be able to learn more about Indigenous peoples and what they have endured on their land.
By Marla T
•Oct 19, 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed this course. It was a lot of information however, the videos and readings were very easy to follow. It has given me a new perspective on Canadian history for sure! Thank you to University of Alberta and the Faculty of Native Studies.
By Frederic C
•Oct 12, 2020
Excellent matériel éducatif, instructif et offrant un large spectre de connaissance dans différents domaines permettant de comprendre le passé, le présent, et de préparer l'avenir pour celles et ceux qui souhaitent créer un univers respectueux de chacun.
By Karrah W
•Sep 23, 2020
A really well-done course and very eye-opening. It highlights the issues with today's educational system, as I believe every Canadian should learn more about our history, whether good or bad. I will also be pursuing more detail into many of these topics.
By Martin L
•Aug 31, 2020
Amazing experience. Well-rounded course covering issues from the origins of Turtle Island up to today, from early partnerships to modern treaties, all while tackling head-on historical threats from residentials schools to today's systemic discrimination.
By Vaughn M
•Dec 5, 2019
I believe that everyone should take this course. If for nothing more than to gain a greater understanding of our Indigenous Peoples. The course was very well presented. The only problem I found was that the readings were strictly a rehash of the lectures
By Sarah L
•Oct 29, 2022
I appreciated how the course gave a broad overview of the history of Indigenous People in Canada and worked it's way through more recent and present issues. I was pleased to see a whole week devoted to art and to end the course on this was wonderful.
By Gracie W
•May 29, 2022
I really enjoyed this course and I feel like I learned a lot about the Indigenous peoples of Canada. I really liked that although the course did focus on such issues as resedential schools and MMIWG, it also talked aboit Indigenous artists and culture.
By Laura G
•Mar 10, 2022
This is a well put together, eye opening course that is absolutely necessary for those of us who call Canada home to learn the history of our country. Through collective knowledge and understanding of our history we can work towards true reconciliation.
By Wendy K
•Nov 10, 2021
I found this course incredibly informative and extremely interesting. With the weekly modules broken into stand-alone segments, it was easy to incorporate into the week. As a Metis learning about my heritage late in life, the course helped this journey.
By Erin F
•Sep 10, 2021
This course was fantastic and so enlightening. It has prompted so many further questions that I am eager to explore. Thank you to the organizers for your generosity in sharing and for this important work. Critical education for all who reside in Canada.
By Dennis L
•Aug 10, 2021
I am a proud Canadian and the Indigenous Canada course was extremely educational. During my employment part of my training was a lecture on Indigenous history in North America. I also had the honor to meet The Chippewas Of Georgina Island First Nation.
By Holly N
•May 14, 2021
This course was a fantastic introduction in to Indigenours history, and contemporary issues. Anyone interested in having a better understanding of Indigenous culture MUST take this course. It was great that I could complete this course at my own pace.
By Jane P
•Mar 6, 2021
I think that every student in high school should take a course similar to this one. This was by far one of the most informative classes that I've ever taken and I have two degrees! Thank you so much for filling me in on the REAL history of this country!
By Carole A V
•Mar 1, 2021
I'm very glad to have been given the opportunity to learn about Indigenous history, culture, and world views. This course has filled in many gaps left by the high school and university level history and social studies classes I have taken. Thank you!
By Kim C
•Jan 31, 2021
Highly recommend this course. It's all the context and nuance we weren't given in school regarding Indigenous history. It is a critical piece as we digest current affairs from a non-colonial perspective, and seek full understanding of our entire nation.
By Sheldon A
•Dec 23, 2020
The material presented in the course was informative, well presented, and provided a new appreciation of various indigenous cultures throughout Canada. Much appreciated!! I will definitely be recommending this course to family, friends, and colleagues.
By Tanya P
•Nov 5, 2020
Thank you so much for such a detailed, informative, and engaging collection of lessons. I thought I had a basic knowledge of many of the topics only to see that in reality, I know very little. Thank you for these difficult but necessary conversations.
By Dawn F
•Sep 27, 2020
I think this was a great starting point to learn about the First Nation Peoples of Canada, and the effects of colonization. The instructors were very engaging.
Course artist, Leah Dorian is simply amazing . Her work is passionate, vibrant and emotive.
By Marlene O
•Sep 18, 2020
The course offered me the chance for an condensed overview of First Peoples' in Canada. I have studied some of Indigenous Studies, now, to see a wider, more in dept, look and listening I feel more connected or understand my and our Turtle Island people.
By Sam H
•Aug 28, 2024
This very informative course is an essential resource for anyone looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of Indigenous issues. It’s both educational and thought-provoking, making it a highly recommended experience for students of all backgrounds.
By Natalia C
•Oct 1, 2022
Very informative and thourough, i would like a bit more visuals during the presentations, but otherwise I am very happy that I took part and gained knowledge about Indegineus people, thier culture, thier pracitces and thier overall history. Thank you.
By Valentina C
•Jul 4, 2022
Such a complex course explained in interesting and colourful way.s From history, to interviews, art, and everything in between, I feel much more comfortable with the material now and can say i have a better understanding of Canada's Indigenous peoples.
By Fiona Y
•Nov 27, 2020
I hope everyone on Turtle Island and around the globe has the opportunity to consume this course. Excellently presented. Beautifully represented in the artwork. A bit of no-nonsense history to help start Reconciliation. Many many thanks. Miigwetch
By Doreen S
•Nov 9, 2020
Well presented. This course is something that every Canadian should take. It has expanded my knowledge of the effects of colonialism. I hope we can over come the negative effects and begin to learn from our lands original inhabitants. Many thanks.
By Holly I
•Nov 8, 2020
Absolutely fantastic. This should be embedded in school curricula across Canada. I really appreciated having both the video and text, as well as the follow up reading. Ending with the paintings every week was a delightful way to reflect and learn more.