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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

TC

Sep 22, 2021

I learned so much. Going through the course material was a great experience. It really opened up my eyes and mind. The material is well laid out and I was able to complete the segments at a good pace.

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 HAILEY B

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Oct 15, 2022

HELLO,

THE COURSE WAS VERY INFORMATIVE AND THE PEOPLE THAT SPOKE WHERE EXCELLENT , THE ONLY THING I WOULD CHANGE IS SOME OF THE BACKGROUPS ON SOME OF THE VIDEOS DUE TO BEING VERY BUSY AND HARD ON THE EYES.

By bronwen f

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Sep 30, 2021

Thank you so much for this course. I learned so much, both new knowledge and deeper context for knowledge I had before taking the course. I will definitely be recommending to friends, colleagues and family.

By Kelsey H

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Jul 27, 2021

This is a fantastic course - thank you so much for putting it together and making it accessible to everyone. I really appreciated the opportunity to learn more about Indigenous people, culture, and history.

By Nicole B

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Jun 27, 2021

An amazing introduction to understanding Indigenous world views and the systemic issues of colonialism. I'm looking forward to learning more and how to be a better ally to Indigenous people and communities.

By megan h

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May 3, 2021

I enjoyed the course and loved the lay out. I loved the story telling art of Leah Dorion. I really enjoyed each narrator and their different styles of sharing and teaching. with gratitude, Megan Harrison

By Sandra H

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Apr 8, 2021

I am humbled as a Canadian to learn of many pieces of extraordinary history and Indigenous context to our land. I was thrilled to partake in the course and hope all Canadian's get the opportunity to do so.

By Kerry H

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Apr 8, 2021

Beautifully put together - shines light on the issues that ARE NOT taught in the grade school curriculum for Alberta! Would highly recommend every one take this course to educate themselves on these topics.

By Claudine C

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Mar 26, 2021

Learning about the Indigenous Canada made me realize how little most of us know about their history. Thank you so much, the course was so interesting and I'm looking forward to learn more about this topic.

By Alanna A

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Jan 3, 2021

I really enjoyed this course! I have a learning disability but I still got so much from the teachings in this course. Thank you so much for putting so much of your knowledge into the modules of this course.

By Shannon T

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Nov 16, 2020

I learned a lot. As a primary teacher, I know I will be able to take what I have learned from this course into the classroom to help students better understand the history of Canada and indigenous peoples.

By Simolette T

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Nov 14, 2020

It was easy for me to learn by watching the videos and to read the notes afterward to supplement my learning. My knowledge and understanding of Canadian history have expanded. Thank you!!! Excellent course!

By Danae A

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Nov 14, 2020

This course was very informative and interesting. I learned a great deal, including how narrow minded some educators of my previous educational experiences really were. Thank you for offering this course.

By Jennifer S

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Nov 12, 2020

As a settler in Canada this was an eye-opening and honest lesson that was never taught to me in school. Thank you so much for creating this course and allowing it to be free and accessible on this platform.

By Jman W

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Nov 3, 2020

Very beneficial to learn, love and appreciate the indigenous people of this area on earth. As a new Canadian citizen from N.Ireland this has give myself a much better understanding of the history of Canada.

By Leann R

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Sep 20, 2020

it was very informative, unfortunately, I have a learning disability and never thought I could finish the course. Much to my surprise, I DID! YAHOO. It was a great course, I loved it. Keep up the good work!

By Annie P

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Nov 18, 2018

Wonderful introduction to indigenous culture, issues, and issues told from an indigenous perspective. Highly educational and eye opening. It should be a mandatory course for all Canadians. Highly recommend.

By Bob J

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Sep 15, 2022

The course was very good and gave me a good introduction to the history of Canada and how things developed to today. It is just the beginning of understanding but found the information and delivery good.

By Bharat J

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Jul 21, 2022

Excellent compilation of fundamental knowledge, to initiate true learning about Indigenous People of Canada.

And the paintings by Leah Dorion with support of the team really are the 'icing on the cake'..!

By Nicholas K

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Nov 12, 2021

It was refreshing to learn about the history of Canada through an Indigenous lens. I felt the course was laid out in a way that gave important context to many issues impacting Indigenous communities today.

By Nicole H

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Oct 20, 2021

I really recommend this course to anyone who wants to be more aware of Indigenous history, culture and voices. It just scratches the surface but is an amazing tool to better understand the world around us.

By Robert H

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Oct 19, 2021

Excellent course and I learned so much. One thing is that the course needs to be updated particularly in light of recent indigenous events in Canada. Hopefully the faculty will do that in the near future.

By Jessie W

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Aug 11, 2021

Thank you for making this course so accessible and available to all. A wonderful bank of information you have shared with so many people. I will take my learnings into my teaching practice as an educator.

By Andrew H

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Jul 30, 2021

This was a great introduction/foundational course to understanding Indigenous History in Canada. I highly recommend this to anyone interested in learning about the "true" history of Canada. Amazing work!!

By Stephen t

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Jul 22, 2021

I am so glad that I was able to take the time and complete this course. We are far too undereducated in Canada on Aboriginal/Indigenous history and realities of life within a colonial system of government.

By Debi A

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May 21, 2021

This course has completely changed how I view Canada and has made me even more of an activist for Indigenous rights, respect for the land, and respect for all peoples living within our borders. Thank you!