Discussion Guide: “Fascism in Canada”

This activity explores fascism in Canada, drawing on connections in the past and present as well as its implications for society.
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Teaching Canada's History

Women Workers During World War Two and Oral History Accounts

Students will learn about the diverse kinds of work women engaged in before and during the Second World War.

Tracing the Tensions of the Cold War

In this lesson, students will examine the context of the Cold War and the causes that led to the conflict.

War and Peace in the Classroom

In this guide, educators share how they teach war and peace in the classroom, including advice, online resources, books, and lesson plans.

Flying and Spying

Chinese-Canadian Kam Len “Doug” Sam served in the air force in the Second World War. Shot down in France, he gathered critical information as a spy for the Allies.

HISTORY MEETS SCIENCE

Space Technology Saves Lives

Canadian contributions to space research have had a direct impact on healthcare, communication, and technology.

It’s Not Easy Being Green

Students will learn about different types of energy sources used throughout Canada’s history, exploring the challenges, benefits, and harms associated with creating electricity.

Face to Face with Dinosaurs

The latest Canadian discoveries shed new light on these fascinating prehistoric creatures.

Running Towards Change

In this lesson, students will learn about Terry Fox and explore the history and development of lower limb prostheses.
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What's the Story?

Helping Students Identify Inquiry Topics

This activity is designed to encourage students to make observations about the world around them.

Crafting Big Questions

This lesson supports students in designing their own inquiry question.

Finding and Assessing Sources

This lesson will encourage students to brainstorm different types of sources they can use to answer their Big Question.

Through the Heritage Fair program, students learn and share the stories that matter to them in an immersive, hands-on environment.

DISCOVER HERITAGE FAIRS

Through the Heritage Fair program, students learn and share the stories that matter to them in an immersive, hands-on environment.

Founded in 1993, Heritage Fairs are now held in every province and territory of Canada. Each year, approximately 50,000 students carry out research projects in the classroom.

Learn how you can bring Heritage Fairs into your classroom and inspire the next generation of learners, thinkers, and leaders. Learn more

RIGHTS & FREEDOMS

No Votes For Men!

Nellie McClung and a group of devoted suffragists stage their mock parliament to make a point about women’s equality.

Elections and Voting

This lesson has students explore election facts and examine some arguments for and against lowering the voting age.

Making it Fair

In this lesson, students will generate ideas about what fairness means to them and then extend those ideas to elections.

Understanding the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

In this lesson, students will trace the important events leading up to the patriation of the Canadian Constitution.

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