This course examines Aboriginal cultures in Canada through an exploration of art forms – painting, sculpture, storytelling, dance, and music – created by Aboriginal artists. Students will learn to identify Aboriginal art forms and describe relationships between the art forms and Aboriginal traditions, philosophy, and culture. Students will also create their own art forms to express their understanding of Aboriginal identity, relationships, and sovereignty.

**This course can be used as the Arts compulsory credit, or as an elective credit, or as a Group 1 credit. 

This course emphasizes historical and contemporary issues that affect the relationship between Aboriginal peoples and Canadian governments. Students will examine legal, political, social, and economic issues; key aspects of the Indian Act and its revisions that have an impact on the daily lives of Aboriginal persons; the different types of relationships that Aboriginal peoples have established with other nations throughout history; and the methodology of historical inquiry.

**This course can be used as the History compulsory credit instead of Canadian History (CHC2L1/CHC2P1/CHC2D1). If Canadian History is taken, this course can be used as an elective, or as a Group 1 credit. 

The Civics course explores rights and responsibilities associated with being an active citizen in a democratic society from an FNMI perspective. Students will explore issues of civic importance such as healthy schools, community planning, environmental responsibility, and the influence of social media, while developing their understanding of the role of civic engagement and of political processes in the local, national, and/or global community.

The Careers course gives students the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge, and habits that will support them in their education and career/life planning.

**These courses can be used for the compulsory Civics and Careers requirement.

This course focuses on existing and emerging issues of importance to Aboriginal peoples in Canada. Students will investigate issues related to identity, relationships among Aboriginal peoples and between Aboriginal peoples and other Canadians, sovereignty principles as presented by Aboriginal peoples, and the contemporary challenges posed by these issues. Students will also examine such topics as language preservation, the responsibilities of Aboriginal women and men, and the need for dialogue between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples. 

Prerequisite: Aboriginal Peoples in Canada, Grade 10, Open or Canadian History in the Twentieth Century, Grade 10, Academic or Applied.

**This course can be used as an elective, or as a Group 1 credit. 

This course focuses on the beliefs, values, and aspirations of Aboriginal peoples in Canada. Students will examine world views of Aboriginal peoples and the political, economic, cultural, and social challenges facing individuals and communities. Students will also learn how traditional and contemporary beliefs and values influence the aspirations and actions of Aboriginal peoples. 

Prerequisite: Aboriginal Peoples in Canada, Grade 10, Open or Canadian History in the Twentieth Century, Grade 10, Academic or Applied.

**This course can be used as an elective, or as a Group 1 credit. 

This course investigates how Aboriginal governments exercise authority and demonstrate responsibilities associated with governance in Canada. Students will explore Aboriginal world views regarding identity, relationships among Aboriginal peoples and between Aboriginal peoples and other Canadians, and Aboriginal definitions of sovereignty. Students will also compare traditional and contemporary forms of Aboriginal governance and will examine Aboriginal and Canadian relations, focusing on empowerment and the inherent right to self-government. 

Prerequisite: Any Grade 11 university, university/college, or college preparation course in Native studies

**This course can be used as an elective, or as a Group 1 credit. 

This course is designed to extend the range of oral communication, reading, writing, and media literacy skills that students need for success in secondary school and daily life. Students will study and create a variety of informational, literary, and graphic texts centered around FNMI culture and literature. An important focus will be on the consolidation of strategies and processes that help students interpret texts and communicate clearly and effectively. This course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 11 college or workplace preparation course.

Prerequisites: ENG1D, Grade 9 Academic English

**This course can be used as the grade 10 English compulsory credit instead of ENG2D1. 

This course emphasizes the development of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills through the study of works in English by Aboriginal writers. Through the analysis of literary texts and media works, students will develop an appreciation of the wealth and complexity of Aboriginal writing. Students will also conduct research and analyze the information gathered; write persuasive and literary essays; and analyze the relationship between media forms and audiences. An important focus will be the further development of students’ understanding of English-language usage and conventions.

Prerequisite: ENG2D1, ENG2DF - Grade 10 Academic English.

**This course can be used as the grade 11 English compulsory credit instead of ENG3U1.** 

This course emphasizes the development of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills through the study of works in English by Aboriginal writers. Students will study the content, form, and style of informational texts and literary and media works, and will develop an appreciation of the wealth and complexity of Aboriginal writing. Students will also write reports, correspondence, and persuasive essays, and analyze the relationship between media forms and audiences. An important focus will be on establishing appropriate voice and using business and technical language with precision and clarity. 

Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Academic or Applied.

*This course can be used as the grade 11 English compulsory credit instead of ENG3C1. 

This course emphasizes the development of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills through the study of works in English by Aboriginal writers. Students will study the content, form, and style of informational texts and literary and media works, and will develop an appreciation of the wealth and complexity of Aboriginal writing. Students will also write explanations, letters, and reports, and will investigate the connections between media forms and audiences. An important focus will be on using language clearly, accurately, and effectively in a variety of contexts. 

Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Academic or Applied.

**This course can be used as the grade 11 English compulsory credit instead of ENG3E1.

Students who have taken Native as a second language instead of French in elementary school and who wish to take Native languages instead of French in secondary school may use the credit earned for the Native language course as a substitute for the compulsory credit in French. This course is open to the entire student body and will allow students who have no prior Native language experience to develop an appreciation for Native language and culture, to explore and experience a unique world view, and to learn to speak a Native language. Students will learn and use the language being studied for greetings and daily routines, become familiar with its writing and sound system, and practice basic vocabulary and phrases.

**This course can be used as the compulsory French credit. 

This course will enable students to experience the unique respect for life that permeates Native languages and cultures. Students will expand their vocabulary and knowledge of phrases and expressions, using them in simple dialogues, narrative writing, grammatical constructions, and reading, and to exchange information electronically. This course is open to any student who has successfully completed at least four years of elementary Native languages study, has successfully completed NL1, or demonstrates the required proficiency 

This course will provide students with opportunities to further develop their knowledge of a Native language and of Native philosophy, spirituality, and values, and to enhance their sense of identity and self-worth. Students will communicate by using a variety of phrases and expressions, create short conversations, skits, stories, and narratives, use information technology, and develop an awareness of the structural and functional workings of a Native language. This course is open to students who have successfully completed Level 2 of the Native language or who can demonstrate the required proficiency.