Social Studies 20: Canadian National Identity

Learn how national myths shape our identity in this video created by an Alberta teacher.

Explore how factors like geography, events, institutions shape national identity. This video was created by an Alberta teacher

Created by an Alberta teacher, this video discusses the development of Canada into a country

A video created by an Alberta teacher that discusses important events after Confederation

This video looks at Canadian identity from the point of view of Western Canada and of immigrants. Created by an Alberta teacher.

If we move beyond the idea of homogeneous national identity, is Canada a post-nation state?

A snapshot of the beliefs Canadians had about Canada in 2013

The results of 2022 pole about Canadians beliefs about Canadian identity.

Canada is regarded as a model progressive society, but is the country’s leadership living up to these ideals?

An class exercise where students rank statements about Canada in order of truthfulness

The story of how the Canadian Constitution was brought back to Canada. Learn who won and who was betrayed.

Enjoy this fun rap about this events of Confederation in Canada.

Scroll down to see the timeline on this site.

A look at of historic moments in Canadian history, from European contact in 985 until the present day.

The Canadian point of view of the events of World War II and the impact of the war in Canada.

Human rights and freedoms are essential for democracy to work.

A museum site that share objects, photographs; and documents brought by immigrants into Canada.

An encyclopedia article that examines the acts of genocide against Indigenous peoples in Canada.

Entangled in Vietnam prior to the war, Canada tried and failed to prevent it.

An Indigenous panel discusses the UN's definition of genocide and the national inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.

Learn how medical care changed from a commodity to a right in Canada

Learn about the planning that allowed Newfoundland to provide for so many stranded passengers.

Governor General Johnston discusses his view of pluralism as a strength of Canadian identity.

In 2006, the Prime Minister recognized Quebec as a nation within Canada; it was a controversial move.

A talk about our collective and personal responsibility to help refugees.

An article about how Gander, Nfld worked to host 7,000 passengers stranded during 9/11.

A brief overview of the timeline of residential schools.

The tragic story of a Black community in Nova Scotia is not as well known as it should be.

Learn about the Two Row Wampum treaty -- the original treaty agreement in Canada and it is still in effect today.

It is hard to imagine a Quebec without French today but French only because its official language in 1977.

Created by an Alberta teacher, this video examines events that affect Indigenous perspectives about Canada's identity

Identity is critical to understanding relationships between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal groups as well as in their own communities.

This chapter explains the background for Indigenous self-determination in Canada.

This video explores the complex issue of self-identification for Aboriginal people.

A teaching resource that looks at the effects of assimilative policies on French language and culture in Canada.

A 2017 Quebec government report on the policy on Québec affirmation and Canadian relations.

In 2006, the Prime Minister recognized Quebec as a nation within Canada; it was a controversial move.

This article examines the francophone perspective of Canada's national identity.

A report from US News & World Report that ranks Canada against other countries.

Learn how Canada ranks among in international measurements of the quality of life.

A series of government documents for immigrants. They present a particular image of Canadian identity.

Canada’s involvement in United Nations peacekeeping operations is not just motivated by altruism, but rather has been based on national self-interest.

Learn about Canada's commitment to human rights within Canada and around the world.

Many Canadians consider peacekeeping part of the country's identity. Why?

Take this Citizenship Challenge to see how well you know Canada. Can you pass?

Learn about the government department responsible for advancing Canada’s interests internationally

A series of government documents for immigrants. They present a particular image of Canadian identity.

Governor General Johnston discusses his view of pluralism as a strength of Canadian identity.

An article that examines the challenges of pluralism in Mauritius.