What does it truly mean to live on Indigenous land in Canada today? What are the stories to explore the laws, and legacies that continue to shape our communities?
In this course, students examine what it means to be Indigenous in Canada by exploring the histories, cultures, identities, and experiences of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples from pre-contact to the present. Students learn about major historical events, treaties, legislation, and contemporary issues affecting Indigenous communities. Through Indigenous perspectives, Introduction to Indigenous Students (INS1155) explores topics related to the environment, social issues, governance, land, language, and the arts. Students engage in reflective practice and community building through discussions, journals, quizzes, and research activities. Students will also demonstrate their learning by conducting original research connected to course themes and developing a deeper understanding of political and legal processes, and reconciliation in Canada.
Required course for: Lethbridge Polytechnic Bachelor of Nursing
Approved Elective for: Lethbridge Polytechnic Bachelor of Agriculture Science, Criminal Justice Corrections, Criminal Justice Policing, Business Administration, Educational Assistant
External Transfer Equivalent at: Athabasca University, Bow Valley College, Keyano College, Mount Royal University, MacEwan University, SAIT, University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Lethbridge and University of Regina
Program Benefits
- Explore and understand Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action
- Get a jump start on your post-secondary education while in high school
- Build confidence through developing learning strategies and skills that support your learning transitions
- Taught by experienced instructors who are connected to industry and support students in making meaningful connections to career pathways
