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Residential Schools in Canada - INST 2800

This course introduces students to the history of Indian Residential Schools (IRS) and the various theoretical concepts and litigation involved in the implementation and dismantling of Indian Residential Schools within Canada. The machine that became Indian Residential Schools is viewed through legislative documents and one IRS survivor’s stories.

Note: Prerequisites: INST 1000. Restricted to Arts and Sciences Diploma, Indigenous Studies and Open Studies.


This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

DWNCA-ICC
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 17, 2026 Mon: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
 11276 A01 Yes

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This course can be taken through Open Studies or through one of our many programs. Read our application guide and apply now.

Tuition and fees for 2024-2025 Open Studies

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $495 $770.50 $1,265.50
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $75 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
Student technology fee: $12.00 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan: $386.00 per year
Students’ Association: $51.50 per term
U-Pass: $180.00 per term
Legal plan: $18.00 per year

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $1497 $770.50 $2,267.50
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $75 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
Student technology fee : $12.00 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan : $386.00 per year
Students’ Association : $51.50 per term
U-Pass : $180.00 per term
Legal plan : $18.00 per term

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

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