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Modern Counterculture Movements

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Pupils prepare a presentation examining anti-establishment activity by groups in society today. They prepare a presentation, on poster board or presentation software, about one contemporary protest group.
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After Ben Johnson: The Dubin Inquiry

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners create interview questions that could be posed to gather necessary information about the use of performance-enhancing drugs. They role-play a mock inquiry using the interview questions.
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American Indians

For Students 5th - 6th
In this American Indians worksheet, students read a 2 page article on American Indians, answer 6 statements as true or false and fill in 8 blanks in 8 facts referring back to American Indians.
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Understanding Labour Standards

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students examine labor standards. In this business lesson, students examine the labor standards of Canada. They use the Employment Standards Booklet and Talk about Safety: Occupational Health and Safety, which are not available on this...
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Mapping the changes in Canada's population

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners find and analyze data found in the census. They compare the population from 1996 to 2001. They explore the type of data they can find in the Census of Population.
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Distribution of children living at home

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine census data to evaluate the number of students of certain ages living at home. This data is then used to determine the need for day care, or other social programs. They use this information to explore social policies.
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Hi - I Am!

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders examine the 13 members of the Canadian Parliament. They research regional issues and concerns and how they are addressed in the Parliamentary system, and present it to the class in the form of a Powerpoint presentation or...
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Ontario: Yours to Discover

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete travel and destination guide to Ontario and all its regions. Maintained by the Government of Ontario.
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City of Owen Sound: Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada

For Students 9th - 10th
The City of Owen sound is located on the southern shores of Georgia Bay. It is the largest urban community in Grey, Bruce Counties. Information is provided on it's history, government, economy and tourism activities.
Article
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Cbc: Who's Who in Harper's New Cabinet

For Students 9th - 10th
2008 article presents the people in Prime Minister Harper's cabinet. This is a larger cabinet with more women and more Ontario ministers. Listed is their position, Riding and cabinet post.
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Wikipedia: Flamborough, Ontario

For Students 9th - 10th
Flamborough, Ontario has a long history beginning with Paleo-Indian occupation. It is the largest suburban community in the former Town of Waterdown. Information is provided on its history, government and economy.
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City of Timmins: Timmins, Ontario

For Students 9th - 10th
Timmins, Ontario, is located in the Canadian Shield in Northern Ontario. Timmin's economy depends on forestry and mining. It is known as "The City with the Heart of God" due to the many exploration companies working in the area. Links...
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Municipality of South Bruce, Ontario, Canada

For Students 9th - 10th
The Municipality of South Bruce, Ontario was created in 1999 with the amalgamation of the Village of Mildmay and the Village of Teeswater. Links provide information about the community, its municipal government and tourism activities.
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Essex, Ontario

For Students 9th - 10th
The town of Essex, Ontario is the largest community within Essex County. This article provides information on its history and government.
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Corporation of the Town of Aurora: Welcome to the Town of Aurora

For Students 9th - 10th
The town of Aurora, Ontario, located in York Region, was the childhood home of Lester B. Pearson, Prime Minister of Canada from 1963-1968. Information is provided on the town's government, business and leisure activities.
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City of Peterborough

For Students 3rd - 8th
Peterborough is set in the beautiful Kawarthas tourism area of Ontario and is located an hour and a half from the Greater Toronto Area. Links provide information on its government, community, business and tourism activities.
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University of Guelph

City of Guelph

For Students 9th - 10th
Located 100 kilometers west of Toronto, Guelph is ranked among the top ten cities in Canada to live in. Links provide information on the cities government, services and tourism activities.
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Archives of Ontario

The James Bay Treaty Turns 100

For Students 9th - 10th
This online exhibit explores the events leading up to the signing of the James Bay Treaty, also known as Treaty No.9. Through this series on archival documents, photographs, and accompanying text, explore the impact of the James Bay...
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Corporation of the County of Haliburton: The County of Haliburton

For Students 9th - 10th
Haliburton is an Ontario county that is renowned for it tourism due to the regions many lakes and rivers. Information is provided on the areas government, economy and tourism activities.
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The City of Waterloo : The City of Waterloo

For Students 9th - 10th
The City of Waterloo, Ontario is located in Southern Ontario and is situated adjacent to the City of Kitchener. Links provide extensive information on the city's government, businesses and attractions. A photo gallery of beautiful images...
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City of Pembroke: Pembroke the Heart of the Ottawa Valley

For Students 9th - 10th
Featured is the history of Pembroke and a list of all the mayors beginning in 1877 to the present. Information can also be accessed on its government, economy and attractions.
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County Simcoe: Discover Simcoe County

For Students 9th - 10th
Simcoe County, Ontario is comprised of sixteen towns and townships. Links provide information on its county government, services and attractions.
Handout
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Wikipedia: Innisfil

For Students 9th - 10th
Innisfil, Ontario is located on the western shore of Lake Simcoe, 80 kilometres north of Toronto. Information is provided on its history, demographics, government and culture.
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Corporation of the Town of Petrolia: The Town of Petrolia

For Students 9th - 10th
Petrolia, Ontario is know as "The Greatest Town on Earth." Located in Southwestern Lambton County, it has a unique and rich history and has been named by MacLean's Magazine as one of the five safest communities in Canada. Links provide...