Taking a Stand

In this lesson, students will analyze artifacts to learn about the experiences of Black sleeping car porters on the job. 

In this activity, students will learn about Madeleine Parent and the history of workers’ rights in Canada.

In this activity, students will analyze multiple accounts of the Winnipeg General Strike, noting important similarities and differences in the points of view they represent.

In these activities students will demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the role of Black fur traders.

This lesson focuses on exploring what is known about specific Black fur traders and learning more about their life and character at the Hudson’s Bay Company or North West Company.