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Respect for the Natural Order – Indigenous Cumulative Effects 101

Respect for the Natural Order – Indigenous Cumulative Effects 101

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Indigenous Cumulative Effects 101

Indigenous Cumulative Effects 101 introduces learners to Indigenous perspectives on cumulative effects and the knowledge systems, values, relationships, and governance approaches that inform how cumulative effects are understood and addressed.

Throughout the course, learners will explore themes including Indigenous ways of knowing and being, Indigenous science and approaches to cumulative effects, relationship building, and Indigenous jurisdiction and transformative governance.

Beginning with Indigenous ways of knowing and being, the course considers how Indigenous understandings of cumulative effects extend beyond conventional environmental and regulatory frameworks to include relationships among land, culture, community, spirituality, rights, governance, and well-being.

Through teachings, examples, reflection activities, and knowledge checks, learners are encouraged to consider cumulative effects from a holistic and Indigenous-centred perspective.

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Module 1 – Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being and Cumulative Effects
In this module, you will explore the relationship between Indigenous ways of knowing and being and the understanding of cumulative effects. You will examine examples of First Nations, Inuit, and MÃĐtis knowledge systems and values, consider the limitations of conventional Western and regulatory approaches to cumulative effects, and explore why Indigenous perspectives emphasize interconnectedness among land, culture, community, spirituality, governance, rights, and well-being. You will also compare different definitions of cumulative effects and consider why Indigenous-centred approaches are important for Indigenous rights, laws, governance, and self-determination. By the end of this module, you will be able to understand the relevance of Indigenous ways of knowing and being to cumulative effects, compare differing definitions and perspectives, and recognize the importance of Indigenous cumulative effects.