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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

VK

Feb 24, 2021

Excdellent course! I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to learn the material presented. Thanks you so much! All the work that was evident in putting this course together was worth the effort!

MJ

Dec 9, 2020

Thanks for teaching me a lot about indigenous history in Canada. I am inspired to learn more. I just finished Chelsea Vowel’s book, Indigenous Writes and I’m currently reading the summary of the RCAP.

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By Ashmita S

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Oct 7, 2021

Extremely engaging and lots of information. Highly recommend this course for anybody who wants to learn more about indigenous history and how to support others along the path to reconciliation & healing.

By Katherine M S

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Aug 17, 2021

I found this course very in-depth and learned so many things. It was very relevant to current events happening and what has happened in the past. I appreciated the videos and the notes that were shown.

By Jamie s

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Mar 4, 2021

This course was incredibly powerful. It was an excellent way to introduce me into the Indigenous culture and I cannot believe how much is NOT taught in schools in Canada. I highly recommend this course.

By Tricia D

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Dec 17, 2020

Every Canadian should know the history, values and culture of all of Canada. My schooling left a gap in that around Indigenous Canada and this course filled a void. UofA Native Studies did a great job!

By Jeniece R

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Nov 17, 2020

Very educational and informative. This was a refresher of what I already knew about the Basics on Indigenous Canada but, has given me more insight to more history and current culture of Indigenous Canada

By EJ F

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Nov 6, 2020

I've learned so much in this course. There is so much I didn't know, and this information is what we need to know! Thank you for offering this course. I really liked the set up of the lessons and topics.

By David J T

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Oct 18, 2020

Excellent course! My two daughters have recently just obtained their Indian Status. It was amazing to learn so much about the history of their culture. Thank you so much for making this course available.

By Lauren T

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Sep 14, 2020

Great course, it covered such a wide variety of topics. I learned so much about thing I had never even heard about. I have such a different outlook afterwards than I did with what I was taught in school.

By Deborah C

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Aug 20, 2020

Fantastic resource for those who wish to learn the alternate history, the true history not taught in school. It offers the learner a glimpse into history and the past and leaves us wanting to learn more.

By SHERRY-ANN B

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Aug 15, 2020

This course was a perfect gateway to learning more about Indigenous culture. What I most valued was first-person narrative and perspective from Indigenous educators, artists, and experts in their field.

By Mallory R

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Oct 19, 2021

Informative and thought provoking. Thank you for this opportunity to grow as a learner about Canada's history and its people. I look forward to continue my studies about Indigenous peoples and history.

By Les K

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Oct 18, 2021

I learned a great deal of history, perspective, culture, art, indigenous society and indigenous economy that I did not know about. The teachings on the Indian Act and Residential Schools is very timely.

By Kathy L

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Aug 2, 2021

I really learned alot about Canadian history that I was not taught in school. The course was very interesting and well done. I have recommended it to a few friends who have already signed up. Thank you

By Lydia A

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Nov 23, 2020

This course is a wonderful first step to introduce the diversity of Indigeneity in Canada. I will be recommending it to others to help them get started on their journeys as allies to Indigenous peoples.

By Patricia M

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Nov 22, 2020

It is a good, designed and structured course. All the material that was given is very relevant to each chapter. It gives enough knowledge to understand all the issues about Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

By Tammy A

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Nov 17, 2020

Thank you so much for a most informative course. I feel better prepared to participate in reconciliation efforts with this grounding in knowledge about Indigenous history and the impact of colonization.

By LA S

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Nov 16, 2020

This course exceeded my expectations. What a great job hitting all the points to give us a well-rounded snapshot of Canada from an Indigenous perspective. SO happy I took this course. HIGHLY recommend!!

By Joanne R

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Oct 20, 2020

This is eye opening on so many levels. I see things in a much more empathetic way and will promote this course to everyone I am in contact with. This should be mandatory in all Canadian high schools.

By Aurora T

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Jun 15, 2020

Excellent - learned so much. It was presented in such an interesting and engaging way with lots of food for thought. I understand issues in a completely new way and still have more to learn - Thank you!

By Shafick K M O

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Oct 29, 2018

Excellent à tous les niveaux ! Juste quelques problems pour des questions insérées dans certaines vidéos ces dernières semaines, on arrive pas à lire correctement les questions et surtout d'y répondre !

By Salam G

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Aug 27, 2024

The course provides a wealth of knowledge to learn about Indigenous Canada. Highly recommended although some of the videos have technical issues, so it is best to download and read the course material.

By Byron R

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Oct 21, 2022

This course is a great start to getting a better understanding of the history of Indigenous peoples with regards interactions with European settlers and Government. Found it informative and valuable.

By Mathieu D

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Aug 6, 2021

These notions should be taught in any Canadian HS to be honest, or at least some part of it. That was a good commitment to complete the 12 modules, but so much worth it, I would dare to say, essential.

By Alisha P

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Apr 12, 2021

I enjoyed this course immensely. There was a lot of great information and thought-provoking material. It does serve to encourage further learning of Indigenous culture, history and colonialism effects.

By David M

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Mar 15, 2021

Opened my mind and really challenged my thoughts.

Helped me to understand the journey we have been on as a people and to take time to celebrate our identity.

Very educational and easy to follow.

Thank you