An introduction to laws of Aboriginal societies, focusing on the Nishnabe, as seen through legends and teachings. The history of the Indian Act from its creation to the present day. This course examines experientially and didactically the many issues surrounding the health of aboriginal people living in Canada. During the 13 weeks of class, students will be exposed to the historical and political context of Native health issues, the effects of health care policy and current health issues for Canada's First Nations. A large segment of the course will be to experience the holistic teaching of a Mohawk healer from the Six Nations.
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David Burman Please note that this course begins one week earlier than other courses. Independent Research TBA Supervised independent research on a topic agreed on by the student and the supervisor before enrolment in the course. Available only when someone is willing and able to supervise. ANT315H1 Arctic Archaeology Archaeology and ethnohistory of Arctic cultures. Emphasis is on variation in social organization, settlement pattern, economy, ideology, and interaction with the expanding European world-system.