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The Canadian Ribbon of Steel

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars research the building of the Canadian Railroad and discuss the impact it has on Canada today.
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Different Perspectives: The Durham Report and Act of Union

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners research events that led to the Durham Report, the differing perspectives of various social and political groups at the time and the consequences of the report. They write a report on the source of these grievances, the goals of...
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Different Perspectives: The Durham Report and Act of Union

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research and write an essay on the "Report on the Affairs of British North America," also known as the Durham Report.
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What Was the Cold War About?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore a website to gather some first impressions of the Cold War era and its impact on Canadian society and politics. They, in groups, answer questions about the Cold War on a worksheet imbedded in this plan.
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Canada's other ice show

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students increase consciousness of the history of Canadian success in figure skating and appreciate the pioneers of figure skating in Canada; to examine their accomplishments in their historical context.
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A Timeline of Cold War Events

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students create a timeline of the major events of the Cold War and explain their effect on Canada. They utilize a worksheet and a website imbedded in this plan which guide their research and presentations.