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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 Valentina C

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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

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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

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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

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Nov 9, 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.

By Kimberly A

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Nov 4, 2020

I'm so glad that I took this course. It has opened my eyes to a history that is never fully told. Thank you to Tracy Bear and all involved for putting together a comprehensive and honest course that highlights the indigenous people's of Canada's story.

By Ishmael V D R

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Jun 26, 2020

I highly recommend this course! learnt a lot more about my culture and history of colonialization. I really enjoyed taking the course and learning. The instructors/professors are great speakers and gave lots of information that gave me food for thought

By Penny G

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Jan 16, 2023

this was an extremely in depth course compared to other Indigenous training I have taken.

I recommend taking the time to do this and don't be overwhelmed, just do 1 week at a time and slowly you will get all the information contained here.

PGriffith SDT

By Keith R

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Apr 19, 2022

Being of mixed indigenous and European decent, This course has opened my mind to a history of my families struggles and how it shaped me into who and my place in this world. My eyes are open and I see we need more education of our indigenous peoples.

By dermot m

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Nov 4, 2021

excellent. Right amount of information and not so much as to confuse or open too many boxes. Really good sense of fundamentals of culture far as i coukd say. Coursera tests are a bit weird now and then, but that does not really affect the experience.

By Cleve T

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Jul 30, 2021

Amazing course! I have recommended this course to my friends and family. As a grade 7 & 8 history teacher, this course has helped me to better understand what I am teaching and to ensure that I am teaching the correct history of Canada! Thank you!!

By Ashleigh.Hodgkinson A

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Jul 9, 2021

Amazing! Especially given the recent events in the news I feel really fortunate to have been able to complete this course and educate myself on this topic. This course was very well done, including videos of indigenous peoples and fact based evidence.

By Samantha P

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Feb 6, 2021

I thoroughly enjoyed this course and I highly recommend it to those wishing to further their knowledge of Indigenous culture and history. Thank you for offering this course to the public through an online medium and making it accessible to so many.

By Heather R

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Jan 11, 2021

Highly informative overview of Indigenous peoples in Canada. This material should formulate part of elementary and high school history curriculum. I will encourage my colleagues and family to take this course to become better informed and sensitive.

By Kristine J

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Dec 3, 2020

I was surprised at how little I understood about Indigenous history - past and present. I thought I was better versed then I am. As a Métis voice on a school board the course certainly has given me more tools to advocate for our Indigenous population.

By Wendy T

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Nov 15, 2020

I really enjoyed learning about the Indigenous people of Canada. My grandfather was Seneca Iroquois. He was not very forthcoming about his childhood or the life that he experienced as being Native in Ontario with any of his children or grandchildren.

By Roberta G

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Nov 11, 2020

This is an excellent course. I am a nurse who has worked with First Nations for the bulk of my 30 year career. I have learned so much in the historical context. Everyone should take this course because most people do not know this history. Thank you!

By Maisie Y

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Dec 8, 2017

This course was excellent! The spectrum it covered and the material presented was very well done and relevant. Particularly in the relatively short time span of the course which although I stated short, was perfect and easily digestible. Well Done!

By Gerry J W

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Mar 29, 2023

Excellent course!! Gave me a deeper and profound perspective of the Indigenous history in Canada and how important Canada needs Indigenous culture and stories to thrive for the future together. Highly recommended and grateful for the the knowledge.

By Jennifer C

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Feb 5, 2022

Very informative, the multi-levels of information, paintings and recordings keep the information relevant and interesting. As a middle-aged woman in Canada, none of this information was taught. This is a beginning of my learning, thank you. Much love

By Courtney S

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Nov 4, 2021

I thoroughly enjoyed this course and would encourage everyone to take it - it was incredibly informative, eye-opening and thought provoking. It also had parts that were heart wrenching. A beautiful culture and an important part of Canada's history.

By Stephanie K

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Aug 31, 2021

Such a powerful and thought provoking course. Growing up in BC, very little accuracy of history was thread throughout my education. This course was moving, eye opening and encourages me to want to continue to learn and become a better Ally and person

By Taralea C

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Feb 3, 2021

The course Indigenous Canada is a foundational education that I feel all Canadians should have. I personally appreciate having a greater understanding of the First Nations, Metis, and Inuit people's journey and have much respect for their resilience.

By Susan R

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Nov 23, 2020

Excellent course. Thank you for making this open to all. Thank you to Dan Levy for bringing it to the attention of his followers on Instagram. Thoroughly enjoyed the Sunday discussions with Tracy, Dan, Paul and the guest speakers. Sad it is finished.

By Kathleen S

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Oct 25, 2020

Excellent introduction to Indigenous culture as a cornerstone to understanding Canadian history. Essential for persons like myself who are new Canadians and need perspective on the Indigenous experience and contribution to what we now know as Canada.

By Jaclyn N M C

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Oct 23, 2020

Thank you to the Faculty of Native studies for putting together such a thoughtful course. I got to learn so much more about Indigenous Canadians and reflect on how my location in Canada is a part of thousands of years of history of Indigenous peoples