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Laurier House National Historic Site of Canada Immigration From 1896 (laurier) To 1947 (king)

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students study the immigration patterns in Canada from 1896 to 1947. They examine how the railroads played a part in the immigration process.
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Understanding Political Parties Study Project

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders gain respect and appreciation for Canadian Parliamentary democracy. They study citizenship issues related to Parliament by researching one of the major political parties within Canada.
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Preserving Democracy in Canada

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students discover the challenges that democracy in Canada faces today as they research Federal elections.
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Canada 2050: Future Population Trends

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students analyze population data and a population pyramid projection for Canada. Using this information, they predict what the future trends in the population might be and its effect on Canadian society as a whole. They compare and...
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The Governors General of Canada

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create and edit a website on Canada's Governors General. They identify the role and responsibilities of the office of Governor General, and write biographies on the previous Governor Generals.
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The Splendor of Canada's Provinces and Territories

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use a map of Canada to label all provinces and territories as well as write information about each location. Using books, they read about each province and territory and write down adjectives describing them. They paint a...
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Law 12 or First Nations Studies

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars examine issues related to Aboriginal youth in Canada. They analyze the Juvenile Justice Act, discuss the pros and cons of Aboriginal people having their own justice system, and prepare and participate in a mock trial.
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Weather or Not!

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Learners are introduced to the different climate regions of Canada. In groups, they discuss ways in which people are affected by the weather and how it limits their outdoor activities. They use artwork by Robert Harris to predict what...
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Roughing It in the Backwoods

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Young scholars have the opportunity to practice research and essay-writing skills using primary and secondary source materials. They explore aspects of early settlers' lives in the backwoods of Upper Canada.
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Design Your Life

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners use three different pieces of art and identify the power struggles that are being represented. In groups, they use the Internet to research the distribution of wealth throughout Canada during the Victorian time period. They...
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Military Rescue in the Red River

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars research the role of Canada's military, and debate whether it is large enough to perform its job well.
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Governance - Grade 7

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Young scholars examine the governance of natives in Canada. In this native studies lesson, students read handouts on the Iroquois and Huron Confederacies and then respond to discussion questions about the 2 governance systems.
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The Adventure Begins: A Historical Fiction

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders create a piece of historical fiction documenting the immigrant experience in New Brunswick, Canada in the 1800s. Using Internet research from a web exhibit, 7th graders synthesize historical facts with their description...
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Discovering the Northwest Territories Through the Five Themes of Geography

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Young scholars use the Atlas of Canada to find basic geographical information about the Northwest Territories.
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Treasure of the Tar

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers, using an atlas, locate the region known as the "Tar Sands" in the Central Plains of Canada. They hypothesize about the future economic potential of this natural resource. They create a poster about the Tar Sands industry...
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Treaties - Grade 12

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders explore the history and current issues facing First Nations treaties. For this native studies lesson, 12th graders research modern land claims in Canada and write reports based on their findings.
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Children of Yesteryear

For Teachers 5th
Give your early adolescents some food for thought: How would life be different if we lived in the 1800s? They explore differences in clothing, entertainment, communication, and access to materials. By observing art by Canadian painter...
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Three Canadian Cities

For Students 6th - 7th
In this three Canadian cities worksheet, students read information about Vancouver, Quebec City, and Toronto and complete a paragraph from the information they learned. Students then write about a city in their country using given...
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Ceremonies

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders describe Aboriginal ceremonies. For this ceremonies lesson, 2nd graders interview elders from local Aboriginal tribes. Students view ceremonies performed by the elders and research local ceremonies.
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Nunavut, Our Communities

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students locate the communities of Nanavut on a territorial map and identify community characteristics. They research the online Atlas of Canada
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Canadian Heroes

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students examine heroes of Canada. They watch short videos about Lionel Conacher, Harry Jerome, and Wayne Gretzky, research a Canadian athlete, write an essay, and create an an athlete triptych.
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The Medical Marijuana Debate

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars, in groups, prepare presentations about issues surrounding the debate over medical marijuana use in Canada.
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From Data to Drinks - My Marketing Plan

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students research and discuss how Canada's aging population affects advertising. They record information from the 2001 census and create a marketing plan to sell a soft drink.
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Culture - Unit on Culture & Globalization

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students examine the spread of American culture throughout the world. They read an article, discuss items made by foreign-owned companies, complete handouts, read and discuss a case study, and conduct a role-play about a U.S.-Canada...

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