Program Overview

Introduction to Indigenous Literatures in Canada

This course introduces students to reading Indigenous novels, traditional stories, poetry, short stories, and plays from various time periods, written by Métis, Inuit, and First Nations authors. Classes include discussions of themes, aesthetics, and politics of the texts, using a combination of culturally specific and pan-Indigenous approaches. The course considers the texts in the light of Indigenous-authored criticism with the goal of developing a broader understanding of the powerful anti-colonial sentiment at the core of Indigenous cultural production.

Course Details

• Course Code: ENGL 218
• Units: 3.0
• Term: Winter 2026
• Section: ENGL 218-001
• Delivery Mode: In-person
• Instructor: Christine Fiddler

Readings

A variety of literature by Indigenous authors will be presented in line with each week's focus.

Assessment

To be determined.

Prerequisites

• Level 2 or above
• 6.0 units of ENGL

Program Overview

The Department of English Literature and Creative Writing at Queen's University offers undergraduate and graduate programs. The undergraduate program includes degrees such as Major, Joint Honours, and Minor, with a range of courses and resources available to students. The graduate program offers degrees including MA, MPhil, and PhD, with opportunities for funding and research.

Research Areas

The department is involved in various research initiatives and units, including:

• Finding Out the Woman's Part
• Strathy Language Unit

Creative Writing

The department also offers a Creative Writing program, which includes:

• Overview
• Faculty and Instructors
• Courses
• Writer in Residence
• Publications
• Creative Writing Events
• The Joanne Page Gallery

People

The department consists of:

• Faculty and Associate Faculty
• Graduate Students
• Staff
• Emeritus and Retired Faculty