IS-31003 credit hours

International Rights of Indigenous Peoples

Indigenous Studies · 3 hrs Lecture

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IS-3100 prerequisites

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IS-1016Introduction to Indigenous Studies: Art, Culture and History
HIST-1009Introduction to Indigenous Studies: Art, Culture and History

any one of

IS-1017Introduction to Indigenous Studies: Politics and Governance

the former IS-1015

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Where IS-3100 counts

Counts toward 2 more as one option among several, not as a course you must take:

  • IS 3-YEAR BA IN INDIGENOUS STUDIES
  • IS 4-YEAR BA IN INDIGENOUS STUDIES

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Description

This course examines current developments at the international level with respect to the rights of Indigenous peoples, particularly the right to self-determination. The course examines decolonization as used in reference to Indigenous peoples. It includes a review of the Draft Declaration of Indigenous peoples and the Organization or American States Draft Declaration. The course reviews the United Nations bodies that deal with Indigenous issues. International Indigenous peoples' rights to land and treaty interpretation are considered and compared to Canada's current policy in maintaining a colonial relationship. Developments and issues of concern to the Indigenous Peoples Permanent Forum are covered.

Requisite courses

IS-1016 (or HIST-1009) and IS-1017, or the former IS-1015 [prerequisite(s)].

Lecture

From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.