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Columbia University

Nasa: Sedac: Urbanization and Human Settlements

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] A collection of twenty data sets from SEDAC (Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center) that examine urbanization in major metropolitan areas of the United States in the late 20th and the early 21st...
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Smithsonian Institution

National Postal Museum: Customers & Communities

For Students 9th - 10th
This online exhibit tells the story of the mail service in the rural and urban areas in the 20th century. Historic, primary materials are used throughout the exhibit.
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Other

Statistics Canada: 2006 Census: Aboriginal Peoples in Canada

For Students 9th - 10th
According to Canada's 2006 census, the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba had the highest urban, aboriginal population in Canada. Statistics for other urban and regional areas are included on this government site.
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Town of Wiarton: Wiarton and Area

For Students 9th - 10th
Wiarton, Ontario is known as The Gateway to the Bruce Peninsula. It is also famous as the home of Wiarton Willie and the Wiarton Willie Festival. Links provide information on the community, services and attractions. Access the link...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Illegal in Beijing

For Students 9th - 10th
In this Wide Angle video, view a city area where illegal migrants from rural China live and work. [2:55]
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Other

Town of Collingwood

For Students 9th - 10th
Collingwood is located in Simcoe County, Ontario and is a four-season tourist area that is also known for its annual weekend Elvis Presley Festival. Information is available on the festival, Collingwood's history, economy, and tourism.