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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

VM

Aug 1, 2022

This is an excellent course that I would recommend to everyone in Canada. I learnde a lot about the history or colonization and gained a good understanding of Indigenous issues in contemporary Canada.

KK

Sep 6, 2022

What a great intorduction to indigenous hoistory and cultiure. It is a breath of fresh air to hear about Canada's Indigenous history from an indegenous prespective that is clear, honest and unbiased.

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By Martina S

May 4, 2022

Excellent course. Well designed and very informative. Touches on a wide variety of topics related to Indigenous studies and offers an educational narrative.

By Dave F

Mar 24, 2022

Really Enjoyable course.

Sign up with the option to receive a certificate...I wish i would have to have something to show.

Do sign up as it is a great course

By Leo E B

Jan 19, 2022

great course

very informative

provided me with the background information to begin to understand the issues that face Indigenous people

good learning experience

By Glenda B

Nov 29, 2021

I was surprised that I knew so little about Indigenous history. it was very eye opening and i am grateful I took the course. Would highly recommend to others!

By Zeeshan D

Oct 24, 2021

This is an informative and interesting course to learn about the Aboriginal People of Canada. The University of Albert has designed it in an authentic manner.

By Karen M

Oct 15, 2021

I loved this course! It was so educating and informative on issues that were not provided in our school system. Thank you for sharing this essential resource!

By Savanah M T

Sep 24, 2021

This was a thoughtful and well structured course. Given how accessible it is, I would encourage everyone who lives in Canada to take the time to complete it.

By Lindsay H [

Aug 23, 2021

An engaging, thought-provoking, and extremely necessary perspective....a wonderful jumping-off point for further learning and reflection. Thank you very much!

By Ron B

Aug 18, 2021

Great program, refresh of learning from norhtern Manitoba from years ago but many new learnings and fresh perspective. Fantastic to see a program like this.

By Rosemary K

Apr 20, 2021

As a recently discovered part of our family history I have thoroughly enjoyed and embraced every lesson. I have learned so much and am so grateful, Thank you!

By Aleksandra

Mar 7, 2021

Detailed explanations of Indigenous history and present, good fundation as a beginning to understand indigenous knowledge and embarking on a learning journey.

By Mary B K

Dec 25, 2020

Well-done! I learned so much and am inspired to learn more. All three lecturers are superb and the “course art” is an absolute gift at the end of each module.

By Ruth W

Nov 19, 2020

The course was very well done. I did not find some of the questions in the quizzes were as helpful in understanding what I thought were the important issues.

By Melanie M

Nov 17, 2020

Essential learning for anyone from anywhere. Canadian in focus, but these issues build understanding and empathy for universal experiences of systemic racism.

By Rosemarie W

Oct 10, 2020

This course should be included as mandatory curriculum in all Canadian Secondary Schools. Thank you so much for this thought provoking and informative course.

By Bernie S

Aug 12, 2020

There is so much information in this course it brings up so many more questions and the curiosity to learn more. Thank you for making this free and available.

By Janilee P

Jul 3, 2020

Informative and engaging. All Canadians need to be informed of the history and issues illuminated in this course. This has sparked my curiosity. Thank you!

By Sheryl W

Jun 4, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed this course. It was well organized and incredibly informative. I think that all Canadians would benefit from the contents of this course.

By Sholeh N K

Apr 19, 2025

Hello I am not familiar how to apply for financial aid as I am disabled and cannot afford to pay where on this page can i locate an application. please help

By Tyler S

Mar 18, 2025

Exceptionally informative, thank you for a very well informed and presented course. Learning materials are fantastic, especially the interactive art medium.

By Don W

Mar 28, 2024

A wonderful course course that should be required learning for all Canadians! An excellent beginning (or refresher) on a pathway to Truth and Reconciliation.

By Marsha N

Nov 3, 2022

I have learned something from each and every lesson. Thank you for sharing with me the history and the stories. It is a great start to my learning journey.

By Harry R

Mar 25, 2022

comprehensive , enlightening, and disturbing. An important course I would encourage any Canadian- or anyone with an interest in indigenous rights- to take .

By Ian G

Jan 9, 2022

An excellent primer for helping understand indigenous peoples history through to modern times and how Canadians can contribute to the reconciliation process.

By Dawn F

Dec 2, 2021

I knew so little starting out. I feel that I have learned some but have much more to learn. The course was easy to follow and very interesting. Thank you.