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Indigenous Storytelling: Connecting Culture, Land, and Healing
Land Acknowledgments have become commonplace at gatherings across Canada, but what do they truly signify? More than just a formality, they hold the …
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Remembrance in Canada [Classroom Resources]
Winter Festivals Across Canada
Who is Louis Riel?
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1885 North-West Resistance [Classroom Resources]
The 1885 North-West Resistance/Rebellion was an insurgency by the Métis Peoples against the Canadian government. This 5-month, violent resistance …
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Red River Resistance [Teacher Resources]
The Red River Resistance/Rebellion took place from 1869-1870, in the Red River Colony. It was an uprising which started after the sale of Rupert’s …
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Winter Festivals Across Canada
Have you heard of Carnaval de Québec or Winterlude and wondered what they were all about? Or did you ever wonder if there were other winter festivals …
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Twelve Holiday Dishes from Around the World
Crispy latkes laden with sour cream, sweet-smelling fruit pies spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, roasted turkey paired with creamy mashed potatoes and …
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December Holidays [Classroom Resources]
When you think of holidays in December, Christmas and New Year's Eve probably come to mind. But did you know that there are many other holidays …
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Happy Hanukkah - Hanukkah Sameach
Hanukkah or Chanukah is a Jewish celebration that takes place in November or December for 8 days. This festival commemorates the recovery of …
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Remembrance in Canada [Classroom Resources]
Remembrance Day is a federal statutory holiday in Canada, celebrated annually on November 11th. Originally called Armistice Day, it marks the end of …
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Locked in Québec City Virtual Escape Room [Classroom Resources]
Brightspark is back with another virtual escape room! This time we travel to Québec City for a second Locked In experience. This adventure will lead …
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What Even is Hallowe’en? 🎃 [Classroom Resources]
Happy Spooky Season Readers! Who doesn’t love Hallowe’en?! Even if you aren’t a fan of scary things there is so much to enjoy; from dressing up and …
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Canadian Thanksgiving 101 [Classroom Resources]
Happy Thanksgiving! When you think of Thanksgiving, what comes to mind? Perhaps family and friends, a big dinner party with turkey, maybe even the …
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