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Exploring Confederation

For Teachers 10th - 11th
High schoolers consider a painting by Robert Harris which shows the important figures in early Canadian government. They identify the important figures, and each pupil chooses one to study. A living history day is held where all learners...
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Symbols of Canada Lesson

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners examine the most common symbols of Canada and explain their importance. In this Canadian culture activity, students identify the beaver, maple leaf, and Inuksuk and discuss why Canada feels these are representative symbols of...
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Prime Ministers On Line

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explain the roles, responsibilities and contributions of Canadian Prime Ministers. They explore and explain Parliament Hill in terms of its history, traditions, and current functions through website activities and web links.
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A Letter to Terry Fox

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners research information about Terry Fox on the Internet. They write a personal letter to Terry Fox.
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University of Western Ontario: Early Writing in Canada: Canadian Poetry

For Students 9th - 10th
Collection of poetry and writing encompasses several centuries of Canadian literary production. Many of the writers are well-known historical figures, including explorers, such as Samuel Hearne, whose travel diaries are excerpted here....