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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

MD

Jul 2, 2021

This course was very interesting and very informative. Not only did it help correct stereotypes or prejudices, it showed a wide range of subjects pertaining to global and specific Indigenous cultures.

LJ

May 5, 2022

I really enjoyed this course. I liked that it was taught by indigenous peoples from their perspective. I feel much more confident in my knowledge regarding indigenous issues and traditions. Thank you!

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By Michelle A P

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Nov 12, 2020

Thoroughly and accurately details the history, policy, social, economic and artistic experiences of Indigenous people of Canada. Professional, Well-presented and entertaining through and through. Easy to navigate course online, flexibility of schedule and the opportunity to engage in convo's via forum. Highly recommend for ALL non-Indigenous and Indigenous people alike!

By Lisa O

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Nov 12, 2020

I would welcome participating in subsequent courses to enhance my learning and awareness that would dive deeper into causes, the arts, and introduce us settlers to a greater number of key influencers from the Indigenous community. This was extremely well done, professional and worthy of accolades for the methods used to relay what is clearly difficult historical content.

By Catherine L

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Oct 5, 2020

This course was absolutely incredible and so very important. I'm so glad I took this course and was able to learn so much about Indigenous cultures and ways of life that I would not have known before. I feel truly that everyone should take this course and learn all that they can from it. Such an amazing and incredibly important course. Thanks to all that put it together.

By Fiona T

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Mar 9, 2023

This was an exceptional course. It kept me interested all the way. A well thought out course in what was discussed.

Cons: the irony is that there were times in answering a quiz that I understood what was being asked and the subject matter and yet had to think about which English language answer best answered the question i.e. the answer choice could have been clearer.

By Brian M

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Apr 28, 2022

This was excellent in both the content and how it was set up. I loved being able to have the readings and the transcripts to follow along with the videos. Also really appreciated the final message of the instructors. I have learned so much and I am committed to learning more - seeing the costs in relationships to both people and all of creation from my "white ways."

By Willette R

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Dec 2, 2021

I have a clear understanding of how treaties with European settlers have affected the modern non aboriginal view that aboriginal peoples of Canada just want a hand out. This course covers the proper history of our country that should have been taught to me in school. Its all about the perception that education is presented. Thank you for enlightening me to the truth.

By Jana E

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Oct 14, 2020

Informative, thought-provoking and a lot less accusatory than I was expecting, than it had a right to be. The course is paced very well for engagement, the information broken up into neatly digestible videos and readings. I was left feeling like I had learned a lot while also being aware of just how much more I could learn. So glad Dan Levy brought this to my attention!

By Karen D

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Apr 10, 2021

This has been an eye opening experience for me. I have learned so much throughout this course and have gained a better understanding of colonization and the negative impacts its created.

Thank you to the amazing facilitators, you made this course enjoyable and so easy to comprehend. It was a real pleasure taking this course and learning so much invaluable information.

By Lindsey B

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Nov 2, 2020

This course should be mandatory for all Canadians. I am an Albertan and have always been interested in social studies. I'm shocked at how little we learn in school and how unaware I was of both historical and contemporary indigenous people in Canada. Thank you for your patience and wisdom in educating the general public. I have personally greatly benefitted from this.

By Manothri M

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Sep 4, 2020

This course was easy to follow, informational, and engaging. I really appreciated learning about indigenous history from an indigenous perspective, and I certainly learned a lot about Canada's history. I found the course and its material extremely valuable and I would recommend that this course be taught in elementary and secondary schools. Thank you for the knowledge!

By Kim B

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Oct 21, 2022

Presenterrs and interviewees were engaging as they took you through a broad range of indigenous history in Canada. I particularly enjoyed the thought provoking sections on modern activism and gender roles. I found these very timely and topical. I feel like it was a great sampler to start discussion and has helped to change some of my personal beliefs. Very well done.

By Judith I

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Mar 22, 2022

This is a wonderful foundational course. It really opens up a dialogue on past and current systemic issues pertaining to Canada's Indigenous community. That said, it also highlights the resilience of the Indigenous People and their talents and strengths. I really found the PDF summaries helpful as I have saved them and am sure I will review them as I continue my work.

By Emily G

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Nov 1, 2021

This course was a great opportunity to learn about Canada's history in a lens not clouded by colonialism. It gave me so much more insight into the culture of Canada's Indigenous People and the role they played in shaping the Canada I live in now. I wish I had learned these things going through grade school but am thankful to have had the opportunity to learn them now.

By Elizabeth D

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Jan 23, 2021

Thank you so much for offering this course. I enjoyed it immensely and am sad to be finishing it as I still have a lot to learn. It is a long time since I have been to school as I am 74! The course was so informative and presented so well. it is the perfect thing to do during a pandemic! Take care all of you and thank you again so much. Best wishes, Elizabeth DalBello

By Cody K

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Jan 15, 2021

I am humbled and grateful to have taken this course and to have this opportunity to further my understanding of indigenous culture, and hardships. I am sadden for those who attended residential schools. I am thankful for the sharing of information from the past, good and bad, and those that are trying to reconnect to their cultural heritage and share their journey.

By Shanley M P

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Nov 14, 2020

This course was eye opening for me, and made me more aware of the current struggles our First Nations face in Canada. They are leading the way with demanding greater protection to our land and resources.

This is not what we learnt in school, not even close. it is time that the truth be told. This was really well done, and should be a requirement for all Canadians.

By Jennifer A L

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Oct 19, 2020

I really enjoyed the course. There is a broad cross section of information covered. I learned so much about the Indian Act and Treaties, which is very helpful in understanding current issues affecting Indigenous People today. The module on Indigenous Women was insightful. Overall, every module was well presented and so interesting. The Art by Leah Dorian was amazing!

By James F K

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Sep 26, 2023

A really honest look at the history of Canada through the eyes of the Indigenous people. Very thought provoking and has provided me with a new perspective and appreciation for our neighbors struggles to overcome genocide and marginalization. I highly recommend this course for anyone who thinks the Indigenous are just a bunch of lazy people wanting another hand out.

By Shanon A

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Jul 6, 2021

I recommend this course to anyone wanting an insight into the past, present, and future concerns of Indigenous individuals and communities in Canada. I feel that this course should be taught at the high school level, as a stand alone 3 credit course. It would give future generations the knowledge they need to understand and respect First Nations people across Canada.

By Michele K

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Apr 10, 2021

This is one of the best courses I have ever done. This course exceeded my expectations in delivering engaging content in a way that was easy to consume. It provided me with a valuable foundational knowledge of our Indigenous history and Indigenous culture. From start to finish this course is amazing and a must for everyone in Canada to learn more. Highly recommend.

By Bella T

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Jan 10, 2021

Very informative and interesting! I'm very happy to have the opportunity to learn more about the history of where I live, as much of the history I was taught in school was white-washed. Taking this course has pushed me to learn more by reading the Truth and Reconciliation Comission's report on Residential Schools. This course gave me some extra context to my reading.

By Elizabeth S

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Dec 31, 2020

I have learned so much and especially about how treaties and land claims have been so unfairly interpreted and not honoured. I like how well the material was presented, I was worried that the part about women may be shocking. It was, but not graphic. It took me a few days to work up the courage to hear that part and it was well presented, as all of this course was.

By Terry M C

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Nov 22, 2020

Definitely a course that all should take. I"m a proud First Nations women, this course has helped me to understand the impact Society has brought to our brother and sisters; as well it taught me how strong the First Nations community is; sharing and working together to let the world know we will never back down. Thank you to everyone that made this course possible.

By Jennifer S

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Nov 19, 2020

I'm so pleased I took this course. Growing up Northern Manitoba in the 60s and 70s, I was surrounded by indigenous Canadians, but was encouraged to keep separate from them. Their history, heritage and culture was not celebrated, and we were never taught anything about it. I'm very grateful to have a whole new perspective, and I will try to continue in my learning.

By ValJensen

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Nov 14, 2020

This course was such an eye opener on Colonial injustise and the manipulation of Canadian History.

I feel sickened by the treatment of the Patriarchial system towards Indigenous peoples. I'm so glad I took this course. I've gained so much insight into the Indigenous culture and traditions. The amazing artist work and stories was beautiful. Thank You for this course.