Why Learn History and Civics
By: Lindsay Moore
Inquiry
To ask questions
To gather and analyze information
Research
Interpret Information
Evaluate information and evidence
Communicate findings
Discussions
Debates
History
Learn about significant events, developments and issues in the past
History of Canada
The Indian Act
Residential School Systems
Treaties
Systemic racism on Indigenous individuals
French and English Canadians
Newcomers
Aboriginal Peoples
Inuit
Metis
First Nations
Early Eighteenth Century
Colonial North America
World War I
Understand Canadian heritage and identity
Understand your role as an informed and global citizen
Challenges and responsibilities associated with Canada’s position in the world
Foreign Relations
Understanding Canada's connection with the rest of the world
Community
To learn about community
Where did I come from?
What is special about my community?
Ancestors
Cultural Backgrounds
Immigration
Adopt leadership roles in
your community
Build positive relationships with diverse individuals and groups
Indigenous studies
Civics
Understanding politics
Levels of Government
Federal
Provincial
Municipal
Types of Government
Democratic
Liberal
Learn about the different roles of Government
Passing Laws
Approving and monitoring spending
Taxes
Foreign Affairs
How policies are developed
Clarify own beliefs and values relating to matters of civic and political importance
Learn how people make a difference in societies/Understanding role in society
What can I do to make my community/society better?
Making Decisions
Voting