Canada's History

Canada in Focus is a five-part video series that seeks to explain the historical context of current Canadian topics and issues by tracing a current topic back through history, highlighting key events and turning points.

Each action-packed episode highlights the courage, creativity, and perseverance of Canadians from the past.

Sixty creative, innovative and sometimes mind-boggling contributions Canadians have made to the world.

Students help to secure heritage designation for Halifax home.

The RCMP marks 150 years of service.

From faux nobles to absconding ancestors, family trees can contain plenty of checkered characters.

These activities and resources guide teachers on incorporating disability studies in their classrooms.

This lesson will help students reflect on what they have learned throughout their inquiry project.

In this lesson, students will assess their knowledge of the Residential School system and the ongoing investigations related to students who died while attending Residential Schools.

This lesson encourages students to reflect on the role of the media and the impact of the “news cycle” on public awareness of current affairs.