This course will explore contemporary topics of concern for First Nations in Canada from common, media, and Indigenous perspectives. In exploring these topics, students will investigate the history behind these "issues" and will critically examine and challenge their own and common perceptions, assumptions, and mis/representations of Indigenous peoples in Canada.

Antirequisite(s): Social Justice and Peace Studies 2270A/B 2016-17 – 2019-20, Anthropology 2218F/G; Indigenous Studies 2218F/G.

Prerequisite(s): Social Justice and Peace Studies 1025F/G and Social Justice and Peace Studies 1026F/G, or permission of the Program Coordinator.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours.