This course explores how Indigenous communities in Canada achieve greater self-determination through economic development. Historic, legal, political, cultural, social, and economic realities of Indigenous Peoples and communities are discussed and approaches and best practices that Indigenous communities utilize to achieve success in their economic pursuits are explored. An understanding of truth and reconciliation is developed, with a specific focus on economic reconciliation and meaningful Indigenous engagement in business settings. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursPrerequisite(s): Completion of COMM 101.3 and 30 credit units of university courses. Note: Students outside the Edwards School of Business must seek permission from their college. B.Comm. students do not require permission.
This course explores how Indigenous communities in Canada achieve greater self-determination through economic development. Historic, legal, political, cultural, social, and economic realities of Indigenous Peoples and communities are discussed and approaches and best practices that Indigenous communities utilize to achieve success in their economic pursuits are explored. An understanding of truth and reconciliation is developed, with a specific focus on economic reconciliation and meaningful Indigenous engagement in business settings. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursPrerequisite(s): Completion of COMM 101.3 and 30 credit units of university courses. Note: Students outside the Edwards School of Business must seek permission from their college. B.Comm. students do not require permission.
