AP/INDG 3470 6.00 Indigenous and Diasporic African Relations Across the Americas

This course examines conceptual issues shaping African Diasporic and Indigenous identities, genocide and slavery, and the histories of Indigenous and African Diasporic peoples in different regions of Latin America, the Caribbean, the U.S. and Canada, addressing both alliances and divisions between them. Previously offered as: AP/REI 3470 6.00, AP/MIST 3470 6.00

AP/INDG 2070 6.00 Introduction to Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe)

The Ojibwe language is based on a worldview that everything is alive; it is a descriptive language which describes things in terms of their relationship with the universe.  For that reason, the cultural matrix in which the language is embedded must be part of the learning process.  A text will be used for students to […]

AP/INDG 4600 6.00 Research Seminar

This course provides an opportunity for the development and completion of a substantial project in research and writing at a more advanced level. It is restricted to students in the Specialized Honours BA program. Papers are written under the supervision of a faculty member, and each step in the research is discussed in seminar.

AP/INDG 4705 6.00 Indigenous Theory

Provides a solid knowledge of the theoretical foundations of Indigenous studies, and a range of contemporary theoretical work by Indigenous scholars, addressing, among other subjects, questions of gender, racism, culture, identity, the politics of recognition, decolonization and self-determination.

AP/INDG 3050 6.00 Indigenous Protocols and Methodologies

This course addresses issues that arise when conducting research with Indigenous peoples. Students explore topics such as decolonizing theory, story as method, research as ceremony, and situating self and culture. This course also helps students gain confidence in negotiating multiple research protocols—from the SSHRC guidelines on conducting research with Indigenous peoples to York Ethics Review […]

AP/INDG 3310 6.00 Métis Issues in North America

Students learn about the history and literature of the Métis in their homelands and communities in North America. Topics include Métis identities, family histories, communities, resistance movements, and land rights.

AP/INDG 2050 6.00 Indigenous Spiritualities in the Contemporary World

Indigenous spiritualities in this course are grounded in the contemporary worlds of the Indigenous peoples whose traditional territories lie in Ontario—the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee, Cree, and Metis peoples, although some texts will address diverse peoples’ spiritual worldviews. Much of the course involves taking part in ceremonies—sweat lodges, feasts, talking circles and land-based teachings.

AP/INDG 1050 6.00 Introduction to Indigenous Studies

Students are introduced to Indigenous perspectives and issues in Canada, and critical thinking about settler colonialism at home and abroad. Topics include colonization histories, identity legislation, residential schooling, child welfare, criminal justice, cultural resistance and self-determination.