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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

ER

Nov 2, 2020

I'm so pleased to have been able to educated myself further on the true history of "Canada", what should have stayed Turtle Island. Being able to continue my learning and hopefully being a better ally

AC

Feb 23, 2020

Very informative. They teach history and mention the aboriginal journey, but this tells another story. Thank you for allowing me an opportunity to glimpse into to the world of an aboriginal of Canada.

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By Audrey M

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Feb 23, 2021

I really enjoyed this course. So informative, I have a better understanding of the history and complex issues (past and present) facing indigenous peoples of Canada. I highly recommend this course to every Canadian to gain valuable Indigenous perspective of our collective history.

By Erika K

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Feb 10, 2021

This course was nothing short of profoundly moving and educational. I will be returning to these lessons for years to come. My deep thanks to the Faculty of Native Studies who have given voice to the past and offered a hand for us all to hold as we step into our collective future.

By Partow E

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Jan 29, 2021

This was an incredible opportunity to learn so much about such important lessons. I am so grateful to have been able to participate in this course and really appreciate that it was free and accessible! I have told many friends to enroll as I truly value the learnings! Thank you!

By Laura W

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Oct 31, 2020

A fabulous look at history, colonialization, government manipulation and the Indigenous culture, art, governance, community, and ways of life. I wish I was taught this a LONG time ago. This should be taught in public schools and police colleges. I highly recommend this training!

By Mark S

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Oct 2, 2020

It did a very good job highlighting the traditions and importance that the past plays in our lives today. If you don't know where you came from how can you know where you are going, I have heard this before and the teachings in this course make it more meaningful than ever before.

By Sarah M

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Aug 19, 2020

This was so informative and helped me unlearn what I had previously been taught. I really appreciated being able to understand more about Indigenous traditions and culture but also what colonizers and settlers did to manipulate the context surrounding land treaties etc. Thank you!

By Tania J

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Apr 14, 2020

I am thrilled to see such an immense amount of truthful information in this module, as a First Nations student, it is great to see this course available to those who wish to educate themselves further on the history of Indigenous peoples and understanding intergenerational trauma.

By Carolyn S

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Feb 2, 2018

Great course! Very interesting and informative. I wish there were more. The only thing I missed about it was some kind of pronunciation sheet or listing for the various Indigenous names and words. It would make the readings a bit easier. I highly recommend this course to everyone!

By Jody M P

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Sep 30, 2021

Amazing and insightful course. I think every person regardless of nationality or racial background should take the time to learn about Indigenous people. Thank you to all those people that had the foresight and the gumption to create such a beautiful and unbiased learning module.

By Mary W

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Jul 17, 2021

I have learned so much about Indigenous History! You have enhanced my knowledge and understanding of the wrongs that have occurred. Thank you for opening my eyes. This course should be taught in high school. Everyone should have this opportunity to learn real Canadian History.

By Madelaine R

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Apr 12, 2021

This course was so fantastic! I really do feel that every Canadian should complete this course. No matter how much you know, there is so much more to be learned through this course. Thank you to everyone who participated in building this course and offering it to people for free.

By S. J

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Mar 14, 2021

Very well presented material that describes the situation of the indigenous in Canada both past and present. It was a definite learning experience, thank you to all the indigenous individuals who bravely shared their views in a thoughtful, understanding, and enlightening manner.

By Anitra B S

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Feb 9, 2021

This is a great starting point for anyone who wants a starting point to learning about the Indigenous communities in Canada. It added to my own learning and understanding of the continuum of systemic racism that underpins the relationship between settler and Indigenous societies.

By barry f

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Dec 31, 2020

Very well done and should be part of the K-12 curriculum, coast to coast.

I really enjoyed the artwork sessions at the end of each module. You should look at turning them into prints for sale and using the proceeds to fund indigenous community programs.

Thank you and all the best.

By Barbara W

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Dec 21, 2023

Kudos to the Faculty of Native Studies! You have created an online course that I found really engaging. Thank you for all the work from everyone; I hope my future life demonstrates the wider worldview that I now have, thanks to everyone's stories and art shared in this course.

By Brenda M

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Feb 9, 2021

I feel I have learned a lot and now have much more background knowledge on Indigenous issues and history. It was also very interesting and well put together Having the videos and the words to read after and then the course notes helped

I also enjoyed the Art work

Thank you.

By Kim T

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Nov 16, 2020

This course should be required by all settler descendants. It has forever changed how I see current issues. The course provided information completely opposite to what I learned in school about the "discovery" of Canada and the treatment of the people that lived here. Thank you!

By Karthiha R

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Feb 29, 2020

This course is a must take if you call yourself a resident of Canada. I loved being enriched with this country's history and at the same time saddened by the indigenous peoples' struggle. There's a lot more to learn still but this is a start. Thank you for offering this course.

By Linda C

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Feb 18, 2022

Incredibly informative, sad but inspiring. As a UK immigrant I believe everyone who wants to become a Canadian Citizen should have to take this course .. and pass :) Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, I wish I had taken this course in 2001 when I arrived In Canada.

By Charlene M A W

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Oct 28, 2021

I really enjoyed this course - it challenged what I've been taught and made me rethink so much of our history. In particular learning about the roles of women, how they've been disrupted and how Indigenous women continue to grow and thrive in their community is very inspiring.

By Christine T

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Oct 21, 2021

I am grateful for the opportunity to listen and learn. I see things with a different perspective and will continue my learning. Art, gender, sexuality, politics, women rights from an indigenous perspective. I really had no idea how little perspective I had. Thank you for this.

By Louise I

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Jul 12, 2020

A very interesting insight into Canadian history and indigeneity - I would recommend it to everyone. The course touches on certain key topics but makes you aware that there is a wealth of more knowledge and understanding we should avail ourselves of. I can't wait to learn more!

By Talia T

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Sep 4, 2019

This is a fantastic course to get you more familiarized with Indigenous Canada! Whether you have some background knowledge or are a novice, this laid back approach to learning is innovative and fun. Thank you for inspiring me to take more courses relating to Indigenous history!

By Amarachi S N

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Dec 10, 2023

The program provided me with invaluable insights and understanding into the diverse cultures, traditions, and history of Indigenous peoples together with their contemporary issues. It also deepened my appreciation for the resilience and contributions of indigenous communities.

By Laura C

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Jul 27, 2022

Thought provoking and challenging, an excellent starting point to begin further discussions about so-called Canada. This course should be a requirement for everyone living/occupying space on Turtle Island! I am grateful for the opportunity to learn more about Canada's history.