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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

GC

Oct 14, 2021

This was one of the best online courses I have taken. It was well written, great material related to my own personal development and gave me a better understanding of the Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

SS

Nov 19, 2020

I majored in Native Studies during my BA 20 years ago, but I still learned a lot from this course. The units on art, gender roles, and Indigenous people in urban centers were especially interesting.

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By Karyn H

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Aug 5, 2021

This was an amazing course, I enjoyed learning and how the course progress I feel I have a much better understanding of Indigenous Canada

By Matthew W

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Aug 2, 2021

Exposes participants to a wealth of knowledge and information crucial to understanding both contemporary and historic Indigenous culture.

By Danielle P

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Feb 9, 2021

I strongly believe this course should be included in elementary curriculum and will be recommending it to all. Thank you for this course.

By Deleted A

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Nov 17, 2020

This course was super impactful and informative. The instructors have really created an excellent course that every Canadian should take.

By Peter E

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Nov 15, 2020

What a gift this course is to all of us to learn about a deep and wise people. This should be required all North Americans to understand.

By Katelyn V

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Nov 3, 2020

Very informative. Glad I took this course. Tests were difficult because of some wording but you are able to retake without any penalties.

By Douglas B

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Oct 20, 2020

Outstanding work to create this course. Speakers were excellent, and the material well presented. Recommend this course to all Canadians!

By charlene C

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Feb 8, 2025

This was a very informative course which started my journey to learn more about indigenous past and present realities. Very well done!

By Amanda S

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Nov 21, 2024

This was a very informative class. I’ve recommended it to several people. as an ally, It should be mandatory curriculum in high schools.

By Natasha R

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Jan 10, 2023

This was a fantastic course. I wish this was taught when I was younger. I'm so glad I was able to participate in this and learn so much.

By Julie F

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Apr 30, 2022

Excellent overview of Indigenous history and life in Canada. I really learned a lot from the residential schools portions. Thank you.

By Richard B

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Dec 15, 2021

A tremendously important perspective crucial to understanding the relationship Canada has, and should have, with the Indigenous peoples.

By Gerard L

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Oct 21, 2021

J'ai adoré ce cours. Certaines notions de ce cours devraient être donné au enfants du primaire afin de mieux les éclairer sur le sujet.

By Andrew S

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Oct 9, 2021

Very valuable information presented in an excellent course. Thank you to all who put it together, your hard work permeates every module.

By Jennifer M

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Sep 30, 2021

A lot of really great knowledge and presenters were fantastic! Thank you for the opportunity to learn and grow as a person! Well done!

By Shelby S

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Aug 22, 2021

Very informative and a great starting point to learning more about Canada's history and the mistreatment of Indigenous Peoples and land.

By Valerie G

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Aug 9, 2021

Learned a lot. I do hope they start incorporating some of that information in the history curriculum for elementary, junior/high school.

By Chelsea M

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Jan 10, 2021

This was such an excellent overview. I am so thankful so all that I’ve started to learn. I look forward to participating in more like it

By Penny K

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Nov 29, 2020

I have learned so much! I have always had huge respect and admiration for our indigenous community, and now I have even more. Thank you!

By Mary C

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Nov 17, 2020

Great starter course where I learned many things about the indigenous community. Looking forward to expanding my knowledge in this area.

By Lisa R

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Nov 13, 2020

Well organized and thought provoking. Definitively motivating me to continue my journey and learn more on the topics covered. Thank you.

By Chris C

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Oct 18, 2020

Amazing course. I learned so much and really appreciated the perspective that Dr Bear and the other presenters gave. Well done to all!

By Douglas C

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Sep 1, 2020

A very good introduction to the issues and people who may be of interest to learn more about and from their knowledge, skills and words.

By Samantha G

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Aug 24, 2020

I learnt a lot about Indigenous history and culture and it has really sparked/enhanced my interest in learning about Indigenous subjects

By Tannis M S

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Jul 8, 2020

I recommend this course to anyone in an Indigenous program anywhere, to really recognize the history behind Indigenous Canada! Hai,Hai.