ENVI 5039

This course explores issues concerning Indigenous peoples’ relationships with natural resources and settler populations within a broad socio-politico-environmental context. We will review key Canadian and international laws and guiding frameworks affecting Indigenous participation and leadership in land and resource use, environmental management and planning. In developing an understanding of Indigenous peoples’ perspectives on resource and environmental management, direct engagement must be central to the process. Therefore, students will have the opportunity to learn directly from guest Elders and Indigenous leaders who are involved in resource and environment issues. Key readings in this course will also be by Indigenous scholars who are leading the way in shaping the discourse and approaches to Indigenous resource and environmental management. We will also consider approaches to collaboration and research that are developed by, with and for Indigenous communities.