NBV 3C1 World Views and Aspirations of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Communities
This course explores the diverse knowledge, world views, and aspirations that shape the actions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and communities in Canada. Students will examine the historical and contemporary context of those beliefs, values, aspirations, and actions, including the impact of colonization and decolonization. Students will explore the factors that shape world views to develop an understanding of how acknowledging diverse cultures, values, and ways of knowing contributes to truth, reconciliation, and renewed nation-to-nation relationships. Students are also given the opportunity to develop their own problem-solving strategies to build mutual understanding related to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit world views and aspirations.
PREREQUISITE: CHC 2D1, CHC 2P1 or NAC 2O1

NDG 4M1 First Nations, Métis and Inuit Governance in Canada
This course explores aspects of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit governance in Canada as well as laws, policies, and judicial decisions that have affected and continue to affect the lives of Indigenous peoples in this country. Students will investigate historical and contemporary relations between First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities and colonial, federal, and provincial/territorial governments and will develop their understanding of Indigenous rights in Canada. Students will examine how traditional values and cultural practices inform models of Indigenous governance and leadership as they explore strategies being used to revitalize and strengthen First Nations, Métis, and Inuit sovereignty, self-governance, and self-determination in Canada
PREREQUISITE: CGF 3M1, HPW 3C1, HSP 3U1, HSP 3C1, NBV 3C1, NDA 3M1

Wallaceburg District Secondary School

First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Studies

Senior Level Contemporary and World Views