Course description
In this course, students will gain an understanding of the historical factors that contributed to the creation of Residential Schools, including the history of colonization and the relationship between the government and Indigenous communities. Students will reflect upon and further develop their understanding of the ongoing impact of Residential Schools.
Course details
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Credit transfer
Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.
Ends: Dec. 15, 2026
Registration dates
Not all courses are offered each term.
Fall 2026 registration is open.Winter 2027 registration opens November 2, 2026.
Delivery options
In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration
Online - Asynchronous: 100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery