Métis Identity, Culture and Rights

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) Students get an overview of Métis origins, culture, and governance. Students explore the role that the Métis played in Manitoba's Confederation, and other efforts to secure rights. Students learn about Métis dispossession from land, experiences in day and residential schools, and ongoing Métis self determination. Students discuss contemporary issues faced by the Métis including important court cases, the phenomenon of raceshifting, land claims and restoration of the Métis homeland with a focus on Manitoba. Cross-listed: IS-2009 Restrictions: Students who have credit for UIC-3100, Issues in Urban and Inner-City Studies, when the topic was Métis Identity, Culture and Rights cannot take this course for credit. Students who hold credit for HIST-3525 or 3625 require permission from the instructor.