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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

DH

Sep 21, 2021

T​o truly heal as a nation, we must all walk the path of reconciliation. The first step is education. Gratitude to University of Alberta for lighting the way by unpacking Canada's complicated history.

MJ

Dec 9, 2020

Thanks for teaching me a lot about indigenous history in Canada. I am inspired to learn more. I just finished Chelsea Vowel’s book, Indigenous Writes and I’m currently reading the summary of the RCAP.

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By Lesley C

Sep 9, 2021

Amazing experience to learn more about Indigenous Canada. Thank you to all who worked to put this together and offer it free to those interested in learning.

By Tony B

Sep 6, 2021

Excellent course!! Learned so much about Indigenous Canada and the importance of storytelling, gender issues, environmental issues and the origins of Canada.

By Book B

Aug 26, 2021

Excellent course

I am horrified to think I "completed" my education without ever learning the information presented in this course.

A real eye-opener.

Thank-you

By Donovan H

Jul 18, 2021

Very informative and interesting at the same time. I really appreciate that you have given me an historical context to understand today's issues. Thank you.

By Steven T

Dec 29, 2020

Some content was challenging to go through, which is as it should be. This kind of content about our history needs to be a part of Primary School education.

By Anna D

Dec 28, 2020

The concept of treaties & contractual obligations challenged me to reevaluate my current understanding of Canadian history with respect to the first Nations.

By Laurine D

Dec 7, 2020

The course was excellent! However, the transcriptions with the videos need to be looked at as there are many incorrect AI interpretations of speakers' words.

By Jamie-Lee M

Nov 21, 2020

Really really informative and enjoyable. Every Canadian should take the time to learn this! Thank you to everyone who was involved in creating this course :)

By Ottillie P

Nov 9, 2020

This course was an incredible experience that has started me on new journey of understanding. It ought to be mandatory learning for every Canadian citizen.

By Ifeyinwa E

Oct 2, 2018

It is really a rich course that gives you intoductory insights into the history and present day circumstances of the Indigenous people of Canada. I loved it!

By Fred K

Feb 8, 2025

A very well put together course that provides valuable information. The videos and images provided were well done. I would recommend this course to others.

By Alayna

Oct 30, 2024

This course was well created and helped me to understand so much more of the history of Indigenous people and Canada. I cannot recommend this course enough.

By Gaelle N D

Mar 25, 2024

As an immigrant, I learn so much about indigenous culture and worldviews. I am truly grateful for the initiative to make this course available for everyone.

By Janice J

May 20, 2022

very detailed and educational, I learned things that I didn't know about and could do the course again to assimilate more. wonderful educational experience

By Brandon S

Mar 26, 2022

Very informative. My understanding of indigenous history & culture, as well as important contempory issues, has grown. Thank you for providing this course.

By Danielle P

Mar 3, 2022

I am forever changed. I wish this was taught in school in a way that is respectful of the Indigenous people and culture. Thank you for creating this course.

By Mahesh J

Jan 26, 2022

What an amazing course! Thank you UAlberta for putting this together for general public. There is a lot to digest but I hope to revisit some sections again.

By Pauline H

Sep 2, 2021

I really enjoyed the course content and want to thank all the organizers who put in such effort to create. Lots to learn, and I learned a lot, so Thank You.

By Mark T

Aug 26, 2021

The only disappointment with this experience was the fact that my education from the Ontario Board of Education was deficient of the truth of First Peoples.

By Victoria H

Aug 13, 2021

Powerfully informative. Thank you for this opportunity to learn more about our Indigenous brothers and sisters and their plight and their beautiful history.

By Agnès P

Aug 12, 2021

This was a fantastic course. I learned so much, from history, languages and cultures, to contemporary art forms. This is a must for anyone living in Canada.

By Jaclyn C

Jul 1, 2021

This was outstanding! It was important for me as a settler to learn more and try to better understand the impact of colonialism - in the past and present.

By Liza J

May 19, 2021

I am glad I took this course. It gave me a better understanding of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada, their cultures, their struggles and their perspectives.

By Roger A

Mar 27, 2021

This program has given me a much broader understanding of the history of Canada and more specifically the important role that indigenous people have played.

By Scott D

Oct 26, 2020

The presenters were all really great and easy to listen to. The guest speakers were a solid contribution to an enjoyable experience. Thanks to all involved!