When the COVID-19 pandemic swept Canada this spring, students were forced to deal with sudden closures and cancellations as everything from classes and concerts to school trips and sporting events were shut down.
For thousands of students, this also meant missing out on their annual heritage fair — a public exhibition of student research projects about Canadian history. Approximately 80 heritage fairs take place each spring in every province and territory, bringing together students, teachers, families, museums, and community organizations.
Fortunately, students have an opportunity to transform their projects for a digital audience through Canada’s Virtual Heritage Fair — an initiative offered by Canada’s National History Society.