Canada's system of government began as an off-shoot of Great Britain's Westminster System, but over the years, has evolved into something uniquely Canadian.
A Wikipedia article that explores Post-Confederation period in Canada, which is defined as from the formation of the Dominion in 1867 to the outbreak of World War I in 1914.
Learn about Batoche. Click on 1885 and choose a host to guide you through the 1885 Metis settlement in Batoche. Explore all areas of the town, play games and pick up some useful facts along the way.
Often referred to as the Father of Manitoba, Louis Riel, the leader of the Métis people of the Canadian Prairies, sought to preserve Métis rights and culture during a turbulent time in Canadian history.
The Canadian Encyclopedia provides a timeline of the life of Métis leader Louis Riel. Scroll to the right or use your mouse's trackball to find events and related resources.
This interactive infographic from the government of Canada provides information about the historic treaties that cover more than 50% of the land that makes up Canada.
In this lesson students explore the Numbered Treaties with a focus on present relevance, historical and contemporary relationships, and the benefits shared by all Canadians.
A free educational package from Canada's History site. Created with contributing writers, from throughout Canada, sharing their insights and knowledge on a wide variety of aspects of Treaty history and the Treaty Relationship.
In this lesson students explore the concept of spirit and intent by investigating the differing views held by the Crown and First Nation peoples at the time of Treaty-making.
This Indigenous-created free video game is downloadable to desktops. It is a point-and-click game that educates players about the impact of colonization on Indigenous communities in the 1890's.
Zacharias Kunuk directed this documentary of the High Arctic Relocation in 1953 where the government relocated communities with promises of resources to improve land claims on a international stage.
Developed by the ATA, this resource discusses the government's actions in forcing the relocation of Indigenous peoples away from their traditional lands.
This interactive adventure game allows intermediate students to experience life in the trenches during the First World War. Part history and part adventure story.
Thousands of Indigenous Canadians fought in WWI, WWII and the Korean War. Read the stories and accomplishments of some who fought in these wars and how the veterans are being honoured.
This article provides a brief overview of the Quiet Revolution in Quebec and includes a 3 minute video. There are also links to related articles for further learning.
This article explains the discontent that led to the Quebec referendum on independence from Canada in 1995 and what happened after the referendum failed.
Paul Cowan's film the legal battle over abortion waged by Dr. Henry Morgentaler in Quebec and in federal courts between 1970 and 1976. This docudrama unravels the complexities of the case that began as a challenge to Canada's abortion laws and turned into a precedent-setting civil rights case.
This timeline of residential schools in Canada begins in January 1831 and provides many significant events through to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
Watch the story of Chanie "Charlie" Wenjack, whose death sparked the first inquest into the treatment of Indigenous children in Canadian residential schools.
