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Overview
What you will study
There are many ceremonies apart of Indigenous cultures that occur at throughout the year, seasons, or for specific purposes that relate to certain events, periods of life, and more. Broadly, these ceremonies differ between First Nations, Metis, and Inuit and have been practiced and passed down for many generations. Even more specific, ceremonies can vary depending on the specific Nation, community, or clan.
Learning in this Indigenous Ways of Knowing, Being and Doing course offered by Brock University will allow participants to experience two types of ceremonies. The ceremonies will be lead and guided by an Indigenous person and participants will have an understanding of, but not limited to sacred items, etiquette, practices and protocol for a base of a variety of ceremony.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Learn some of the sacred items that are used during ceremony
- Identify sacred items and ceremonies and how they may differ between Indigenous peoples
- Learn which spiritual practices are protected by the Human Rights Code and how to approach these in a workplace environment
- Identify appropriate times to participate in ceremony
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- Learn about various protocol for showing gratitude to Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers/Oshkabewiis before and after ceremony
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies View 33 other Short Courses in Area & Cultural Studies in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Individuals who would like to learn more about traditional ceremonies
- Individuals who want to learn how to support, observe, participate and recognize importance of ceremonies.
Tuition Fee
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International
79 CAD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 79 CAD for the full programme during 1 days. -
National
79 CAD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 79 CAD for the full programme during 1 days.
Living costs for St. Catharines
1015 - 1615 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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