Remembrance Day (Nov 11)

Created by Queens University, this archival project offers details related to the Canadian homefront, WWI warfare, technology of the war, Enemy Aliens, as well as women in the war.

Explore over 500 historical sources from across Europe, together with new insights by World War One experts

Our many achievements on the battlefields of Europe were capped by a three-month stretch of victories at the end of the war – August 8th to November 11th, 1918 – that came to be known as "Canada's Hundred Days".

This interactive map is a composite of many maps tiled together create a larger image.

This memorial stands as a tribute to all who served their country in battle during the First World War and particularly to those who gave their lives. This site offers a virtual tour of the monument and a series of historical slideshows, so be sure to check out the multimedia link.

This resource has images and information about the WWI, particularly the role of Canada and its soldiers.

The story of how Remembrance Day (aka Armistice Day) came to be a celebrated holiday in Canada

Take a look at some of the war posters created in Canada during the First and Second World War. You can also read the Introduction to learn more about the theory and implementation of war posters. Search the artist index to see the posters for yourself.

This wonderful interactive allows students to virtually experience the Canadian National Vimy Memorial. Explore the monument through 48 animated sequences or by using the sections on the left. Video, audio and beautiful images make for a dramatic presentation.

It is "a journey through those years, with images and stories from the home front and the front lines of battle."

The story of three young men from Canada who won the Victoria Cross in World War I and how their community chose to remember them

This exhibition illustrates the many roles that Canadian men and women played during the First World War. Read biographies and learn about the roles of Canadians in key battles as well as how some served at home.

This interactive adventure game allows intermediate students to experience life in the trenches during the First World War. Part history and part adventure story.

The Canadian War Museum has a digitized collection of recruitment and support posters from WWI.