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In this episode of Gettin’ Historical With It, hosts Nihal Naqvi and Gurjot Kaur sit down with Professor Mairi Cowan from the University of Toronto Mississauga to explore the intricate intersections of faith, colonialism, and education in 17th-century New France. Diving into Professor Cowan's work on the Ursuline Convent and Jesuit missionaries, we discuss how nuns sought to "Francize" Indigenous students, the political tensions that shaped missionary efforts, and the surprising ways Jesuits accommodated Indigenous beliefs—including encounters with so-called demons. Tune in for a fascinating conversation on theology, colonial priorities, and historical complexities!