Do you work for a business, corporation, or industry and are interested in hiring or partnering with Indigenous Peoples? Is partnering part of your reconciliation plan with Indigenous Peoples? This set of three courses is for you!
Each course focuses on different aspects of economic reconciliation.
- Indigenous Economic Worldviews
- Indigenous Economic Relations
- Indigenous Economic Resurgence and Renewal
This set of courses is designed to help adult learners gain a greater understanding of the evolution of Indigenous economies, including those that exist today. The courses also provide insights into how building relationships and partnering with Indigenous communities, businesses, and industries support steps toward reconciliation.
While it is not necessary to complete each course to receive your MicroCredential, learning from all three will provide a holistic understanding and perspective on Indigenous economic worldviews, relations, resurgence, and renewal in Canada. Each course is standalone. You will receive one Professional MicroBadge for each course completed. If you complete all three courses within two years, you will receive the Indigenous Economic Reconciliation Professional MicroCredential. The courses can be taken in any order, and there are no prerequisites; however, it is recommended that learners begin with the historical course, Indigenous Economic Worldviews.
Who is the MicroCredential for?
Anyone who is looking to:
- Increase their knowledge and understanding of Indigenous economies;
- Gain recognition for a specific training or knowledge set;
- Obtain industry-recognizable credentials; and
- Boost their resumé.
TRC Calls to Action
Professional Development and Training for Public Servants
Business and Reconciliation
Many of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, once addressed, will contribute to Indigenous economies and the socio-economic well-being of Indigenous Peoples and their communities.
All three economic courses support several TRC Calls to Action; however, we are citing Calls to Action 57 and 92. We would like to draw your attention to Call to Action #92 as it encompasses deeper understandings of Indigenous economic relations to support actions of reconciliation at both personal and professional levels.
Professional Development and Training for Public Servants
57. We call upon federal, provincial, territorial, and municipal governments to provide education to public servants on the history of Aboriginal peoples, including the history and legacy of residential schools, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Treaties and Aboriginal rights, Indigenous law, and Aboriginal–Crown relations. This will require skills-based training in intercultural competency, conflict resolution, human rights, and anti-racism.
Business and Reconciliation
92. We call upon the corporate sector in Canada to adopt the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as a reconciliation framework and to apply its principles, norms, and standards to corporate policy and core operational activities involving Indigenous peoples and their lands and resources. This would include, but not be limited to, the following:
i. Commit to meaningful consultation, building respectful relationships, and obtaining the free, prior, and informed consent of Indigenous peoples before proceeding with economic development projects.
ii. Ensure that Aboriginal peoples have equitable access to jobs, training, and education opportunities in the corporate sector, and that Aboriginal communities gain long-term sustainable benefits from economic development projects.
iii. Provide education for management and staff on the history of Aboriginal peoples, including the history and legacy of residential schools, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Treaties and Aboriginal rights, Indigenous law, and Aboriginal–Crown relations. This will require skills based training in intercultural competency, conflict resolution, human rights, and anti-racism.
Summary
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Number of hours: three courses; 16 hours total
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Assessment: Most themes in each course include brief knowledge check questions to assist the learner with recalling basic facts. At the end of each course, learners will need to pass the final quiz with a grade of 70% or higher to pass each course. Each knowledge check, including the final quiz, allows multiple attempts. Throughout this course, you will be prompted to respond to self-reflection questions as part of your learning experience. Record your responses in any manner you prefer. Your learning experience is yours and yours alone. An incomplete course will count as a fail.
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Previous education required: None; this course does not have a required prerequisite.
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Delivery: Online, self-paced
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Completion timeline: Within two years from when you enroll in the MicroCredential.
FAQ's
Is this MicroCredential for everyone?
- Yes, this MicroCredential is relevant to all people from all walks of life, especially people who are interested in building economic relationships with Indigenous Peoples. The learners' life experiences will influence how they experience the course.
Some individuals and organizations may be GST-exempt.
- First Nations University of Canada is situated on the Star Blanket First Nation and is exempt from Provincial Sales Tax (PST). If you or your organization are exempt from Government Sales Tax (GST), please get in touch with icec@fnuniv.ca to ensure that your invoice is prepared accordingly.
I need financial support. What funding options does ICEC recommend?
- Check out our Funding Opportunities here.
Who do I contact if I need help?
- Check out ICEC's Learner Support page to see if your question is answered in the FAQs. If your question remains unresolved, feel free to complete the form with your question, or you may contact icec@fnuniv.ca for assistance with any questions. We are here to help! Support requests are received during regular office hours. Please expect a response within 24 to 48 hours.