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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

DN

Aug 30, 2020

This is a great survey course about Indigenous Canada. As a participant, I have learned and unlearned so much about Indigenous Canadians, and more important, this course has inspired me to learn more.

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.

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By Rene G

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Jan 5, 2021

I am an immigrant from Mexico, living in Canada for 34 years and the truth is that I have never had the opportunity to really know the rich culture of the first settlers of Canada.

My perception of these great nations has turned 360 degrees.

Thanks a lot.

By Marla T

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Oct 19, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed this course. It was a lot of information however, the videos and readings were very easy to follow. It has given me a new perspective on Canadian history for sure! Thank you to University of Alberta and the Faculty of Native Studies.

By Frederic C

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Oct 12, 2020

Excellent matériel éducatif, instructif et offrant un large spectre de connaissance dans différents domaines permettant de comprendre le passé, le présent, et de préparer l'avenir pour celles et ceux qui souhaitent créer un univers respectueux de chacun.

By Karrah W

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Sep 23, 2020

A really well-done course and very eye-opening. It highlights the issues with today's educational system, as I believe every Canadian should learn more about our history, whether good or bad. I will also be pursuing more detail into many of these topics.

By Martin L

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Aug 31, 2020

Amazing experience. Well-rounded course covering issues from the origins of Turtle Island up to today, from early partnerships to modern treaties, all while tackling head-on historical threats from residentials schools to today's systemic discrimination.

By Vaughn M

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Dec 5, 2019

I believe that everyone should take this course. If for nothing more than to gain a greater understanding of our Indigenous Peoples. The course was very well presented. The only problem I found was that the readings were strictly a rehash of the lectures

By Sarah L

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Oct 29, 2022

I appreciated how the course gave a broad overview of the history of Indigenous People in Canada and worked it's way through more recent and present issues. I was pleased to see a whole week devoted to art and to end the course on this was wonderful.

By Gracie W

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May 29, 2022

I really enjoyed this course and I feel like I learned a lot about the Indigenous peoples of Canada. I really liked that although the course did focus on such issues as resedential schools and MMIWG, it also talked aboit Indigenous artists and culture.

By Laura G

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Mar 10, 2022

This is a well put together, eye opening course that is absolutely necessary for those of us who call Canada home to learn the history of our country. Through collective knowledge and understanding of our history we can work towards true reconciliation.

By Wendy K

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Nov 10, 2021

I found this course incredibly informative and extremely interesting. With the weekly modules broken into stand-alone segments, it was easy to incorporate into the week. As a Metis learning about my heritage late in life, the course helped this journey.

By Erin F

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Sep 10, 2021

This course was fantastic and so enlightening. It has prompted so many further questions that I am eager to explore. Thank you to the organizers for your generosity in sharing and for this important work. Critical education for all who reside in Canada.

By Dennis L

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Aug 10, 2021

I am a proud Canadian and the Indigenous Canada course was extremely educational. During my employment part of my training was a lecture on Indigenous history in North America. I also had the honor to meet The Chippewas Of Georgina Island First Nation.

By Holly N

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May 14, 2021

This course was a fantastic introduction in to Indigenours history, and contemporary issues. Anyone interested in having a better understanding of Indigenous culture MUST take this course. It was great that I could complete this course at my own pace.

By Jane P

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Mar 6, 2021

I think that every student in high school should take a course similar to this one. This was by far one of the most informative classes that I've ever taken and I have two degrees! Thank you so much for filling me in on the REAL history of this country!

By Carole A V

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Mar 1, 2021

I'm very glad to have been given the opportunity to learn about Indigenous history, culture, and world views. This course has filled in many gaps left by the high school and university level history and social studies classes I have taken. Thank you!

By Kim C

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Jan 31, 2021

Highly recommend this course. It's all the context and nuance we weren't given in school regarding Indigenous history. It is a critical piece as we digest current affairs from a non-colonial perspective, and seek full understanding of our entire nation.

By Sheldon A

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Dec 23, 2020

The material presented in the course was informative, well presented, and provided a new appreciation of various indigenous cultures throughout Canada. Much appreciated!! I will definitely be recommending this course to family, friends, and colleagues.

By Tanya P

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Nov 5, 2020

Thank you so much for such a detailed, informative, and engaging collection of lessons. I thought I had a basic knowledge of many of the topics only to see that in reality, I know very little. Thank you for these difficult but necessary conversations.

By Dawn F

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Sep 27, 2020

I think this was a great starting point to learn about the First Nation Peoples of Canada, and the effects of colonization. The instructors were very engaging.

Course artist, Leah Dorian is simply amazing . Her work is passionate, vibrant and emotive.

By Marlene O

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Sep 18, 2020

The course offered me the chance for an condensed overview of First Peoples' in Canada. I have studied some of Indigenous Studies, now, to see a wider, more in dept, look and listening I feel more connected or understand my and our Turtle Island people.

By Natalia C

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Oct 1, 2022

Very informative and thourough, i would like a bit more visuals during the presentations, but otherwise I am very happy that I took part and gained knowledge about Indegineus people, thier culture, thier pracitces and thier overall history. Thank you.

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 8, 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.