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The Fiscal Decision

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Young scholars participate in a simulated meeting of the Canadian Cabinet designed to illustrate the role of regionalism in exerting influence for political support. They lobby one another for support on issues and then discuss the experience.

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canadian government, government cabinets, regionalism, social studies
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Instructional Strategy
Simulation
Year
2002
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