This curriculum policy replaces The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9 and 10: Native Studies, 1999 and The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12: Native Studies, 2000. All courses in First Nations, Métis, and Inuit studies (formerly named “Native studies”) are now based on the expectations outlined in this curriculum policy.

secondary

First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Studies (2019)

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Courses

Expressions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Cultures

This course explores various arts disciplines (dance, drama, installation and performance art, media arts, music, storytelling, utilitarian or functional art, visual arts), giving students the opportunity to create, present, and analyse...

First Nations, Métis, and Inuit in Canada

This course explores the histories of First Nations and Inuit in Canada from precontact, as well as Métis from their beginnings, to the present day. Students will examine the continuing impact of past social, cultural, economic...

Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Issues and Perspectives

University/College Preparation

This course explores existing and emerging issues of local, regional, and national importance to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit in Canada. Students will analyse diverse perspectives on issues and events related to land, community,...

English: Understanding Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices

University Preparation

This course explores the themes, forms, and stylistic elements of a variety of literary, informational, graphic, oral, cultural, and media text forms emerging from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures in Canada, and also examines the...

English: Understanding Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices

College Preparation

This course explores the themes, forms, and stylistic elements of literary, informational, graphic, oral, cultural, and media text forms emerging from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures in Canada, and also looks at the perspectives...

English: Understanding Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices

Workplace Preparation

This course explores themes, forms, and stylistic elements of literary, informational, graphic, oral, cultural, and media texts emerging from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures in Canada, as well as some texts that relate to those...

World Views and Aspirations of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Communities in Canada

College Preparation

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...

World Views and Aspirations of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Communities in Canada

Workplace Preparation

This course explores diverse knowledge, world views, and aspirations that shape the actions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and communities in Canada. Students will examine issues of identity facing...

Contemporary Indigenous Issues and Perspectives in a Global Context

University/College Preparation

This course examines global issues from the perspectives of Indigenous peoples. Students will explore the depth and diversity of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and knowledge. Students will consider how diverse Indigenous communities...

First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Governance in Canada

University/College Preparation

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....