Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Hall of Mammals: Canadian Lynx
A brief overview of the Canadian lynx and accompanying photos demonstrate the physical adaptations that allow this animal survive in its habitat.
Other
The History of the Chinese in Canada
This site gives an overview of the history of Chinese immigration to Canada accompanied by historical photographs. One section is devoted to the life of Jean Lumb who became a leader in the Chinese community. Another section describes...
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: Soulpepper Theatre Company
Soulpepper not only presents works through Canadian interpretations, but also trains and provides mentorships to Canada's next generation of theatre artists. History and links here.
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: The Shaw Festival
Specializing in the work of George Bernard Shaw, the Shaw Festival is one of the biggest theatre festivals in Canada. History and links are here.
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: Sir William Tyrone Guthrie
Responsible for the development of the Stratford Festival, Guthrie remains one of the most influential people in Canadian theatre. Great for a history lesson, or as background information if you are planning a field trip to Stratford.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: Asian Elephant
The Asian elephant has a long history of being used by humans and is now endangered. Information about this creature and photos can be found on this animal facts page.
Other
Timelines of History
Here, you can see timelines of various eras and events in history. View a chronology of World War II as well as chronologies of video game systems and personal computers. This website provides good examples of simple, yet informative,...
Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: Peacekeeping Internet Scavenger Hunt
This scavenger hunt is designed for Grades 4-6. Students visit web sites to answer questions about Canadian peacekeeping efforts.
Curated OER
Cbc.ca: The Crucible Military Might
An introductory overview of Canada's participation in WW2. 'Canadians fight by land, air and sea as the country amasses the largest army in its history.'
Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: D Day
Examines with clarity and conciseness the role Canadian soldiers played in D-Day.
Other
Parliament of Canada: The Rule of Law and the Courts
Late Canadian Senator Eugene A. Forsey left a public legacy to all Canadians including this website hosted by the Parliament of Canada. In this article, he introduces important legal principles that underpin the Canadian court system,...
White Pine Pictures
White Pine Pictures: Black Battalion
This site, support material for a documentary film, outlines the history of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, a non-combatant Black battalion established in 1916. It was created to permit Blacks to participate in the war effort. This new...
Curated OER
Canada:a People's History
A clear, concise overview of Canada directly after the war. Clicking on the links gives more in depth information.
Other
West Edmonton Mall: History and Development
This comprehensive site looks at the statistics of one of the world's largest malls, the West Edmonton Mall.
Curated OER
Cbc News: A Legal History of Smoking in Canada
Follow this almost 20 year timeline of Tobacco Laws introduced and enforced in Canada.
Curated OER
German Canadian History & Culture/german canadian.ca
Canadians of German background have contributed a lot to Canadian society. This website tracks the historical importance of German people's contributions, but also shares with all Canadians the current cultural traditions that...
Curated OER
German Canadian History & Culture/german canadian.ca
Canadians of German background have contributed a lot to Canadian society. This website tracks the historical importance of German people's contributions, but also shares with all Canadians the current cultural traditions that...
Other
Canadian War Museum: Revolution Rejected: Canada and the American Revolution
The American Revolution is one of Canada's least -known, yet most important wars. Learn about the historical background and then test your knowledge on Canada's military history.
University of New Brunswick (Canada)
Henry George Clopper Ketchum the Railway to Glory or Despair
This is a fascinating, largely forgotten piece of Canadian history. In the late 19th century, Henry Ketchum, an engineer from Fredericton, New Brunswick, envisioned the building of a railway to transport ships from the Bay or Fundy to...
PBS
Empire of the Bay: Louis Riel
Riel's biography provides learner's with the opportunity to explore who Riel was and his significance to Canadian history.
Other
Black History Canada : The Arts
An informative look at the influence of African music in Canada.
Canadian Museum of History
Canadian Museum of History: People of the Jaguar
This resource recounts how the Maya Jaguar God defied death by becoming the Sun God each morning. It also discusses the artistic achievements of the Maya people.
Other
General History of the Boer War
A look at Canada's involvement in the Boer War. The researcher is provided with details of the conflict and the scope of Canada's military involvement. As the author of the site is a British Columbia museum, there is also a link that...
Other
Canadian Museum of History: Gateway to Aboriginal Heritage: Amazing Objects
Students learn the basics of archeology by examining Native artifacts and interpreting the objects. A downloadable lesson plan and student activity sheet are provided.
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