Indigenous Governance in Canada

Description

Provides foundational knowledge on concepts, themes and topics needed to understand and appreciate Indigenous governance. Covers historical and contemporary challenges facing Indigenous peoples, including the Indian Act and its impact on Indigenous governance. Topics are organized by eras beginning with pre-contact Indigenous governance systems and European colonization of Indigenous governance, then proceeding to Indigenous resistance and revival of the inherent right, nation building and ways Indigenous Nations are implementing self-government along with its challenges and successes. Supplemental Notes: - Credit will be granted for only one of ADMN 330, ADMN 470 (if taken in same topic), ADMN 548 (if taken in same topic), ICDG 301. Cross-Listed Courses: ICDG 301 - Indigenous Governance in Canada Credit Conversion: UVic incoming-exchange materials state most UVic courses are worth 1.5 units, a typical full-time term load is 6.0-7.5 UVic units, and 1.5 UVic units equals 6 ECTS. Exchange Registration Note: Exchange registration can be restricted in Business, Education, Engineering, Health, and Law unless the partner agreement allows those areas.