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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

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.

SS

Nov 19, 2020

I majored in Native Studies during my BA 20 years ago, but I still learned a lot from this course. The units on art, gender roles, and Indigenous people in urban centers were especially interesting.

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By Prabal S

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Jul 16, 2024

Very informative course. I am more knowledgeable about Indigenous people's history, lifestyle and worldview.

By Gay S

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Feb 7, 2023

Very informative and enlightening. Enjoyed all of the historical information I had no previous knowledge of.

By Cyndy H

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Oct 25, 2022

I really enjoyed this course . I learned so much . It was amazing how they delved into the history and law.

By Lorri B

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Aug 23, 2022

Wonderful course.

Emotional at times, thought provoking and what a shame this was never mentioned growing up.

By Cheryl G

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Mar 14, 2022

Very informative and I liked the format of the lessons. The commentators and communicators were excellent.

By Ashley M

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Mar 12, 2022

I think this course should be a requirement for every settler living in Canada. I learnt so much. Thank you!

By Corey L

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Dec 28, 2021

That was a wonderful course to take. I look forward to continuing my learning and unlearning. Many thanks!

By Teresa S

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Oct 19, 2021

Excellent learning. I was happy that I had the opportunity and time to go through this. I learned so much.

By Sharon C

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Sep 22, 2021

This course was fantastic. Engaging and informative. Thank you for all the important learning you offered.

By Cindy L N

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Sep 20, 2021

what an anazing, eye opening course. I really enjoyed the lessons and learned a lot about canada's history.

By Jeff L

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Sep 16, 2021

The various assets in each module- the videos, readings, etc. were very helpful in understanding the topics.

By Wendy J U

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Aug 10, 2021

Excellent! My eyes were opened by this course. Every citizen and resident of Canada should take this course.

By Cynthia R V

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Aug 8, 2021

Everyone needs to take course in this time of Every child matters, and missing and murdered indigenous women

By Janet C

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Jul 24, 2021

I feel this course has helped me understand some parts of Canadian history that has not been widely taught.

By Jacinthe L D

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Jul 3, 2021

Amazing course that highlights the indigenous perspectives and stories. I learned a lot. Strongly recommend!

By Jaye M

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Apr 12, 2021

Well worth the time spent to complete. Will definitely provide a different lens to our history and culture.

By Jane B

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Mar 17, 2021

Very informative. Learned so much and have a greater awareness and respect. Thank you for the opportunity.

By Kim P

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Feb 15, 2021

Outstanding course! Every Canadian needs to experience this wonderful sharing of knowledge and perspective.

By Erik L

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Oct 29, 2020

Incredible course, only downside was not enough time to go more in depth. This is a wonderful starter course

By Shannon M [

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Oct 27, 2020

Why did they choose to use the word Aboriginal rather than Indigenous? I still don't understand this choice.

By Ingrid O

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Sep 30, 2020

Very Informative, eyeopening, and spiritual. Thank you, for bringing some proper and factual history to us.

By Sondra P

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Aug 22, 2020

Interesting and informative. This course should be taken by everyone living on traditional Indigenous lands.

By Karenina H

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Jul 21, 2020

It is a comprehensive, current and well explained history class. I loved it all. I still have much to learn.

By Lindsay R

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Apr 21, 2018

Excellent course! Very informative and covers many crucial topics pertaining to Indigenous people in Canada.

By Emily W

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Feb 25, 2025

Excellent! I really enjoyed this course very informative and dynamic and challenging questions and quizzes.