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St Patrick’s Day – The Greenest Day of the Year
St Patrick’s Day – The Greenest Day of the Year Celebrated each year on March 17th, this festive holiday is recognizable by the sea of green. From hats to shamrocks to green coloured drinks and …
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Who is Louis Riel?
Who is Louis Riel? Louis Riel is known by a multitude of titles; a founder of the province of Manitoba, a Métis leader, being instrumental in Manitoba joining …
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1885 North-West Resistance [Classroom Resources]
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]
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
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
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]
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
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 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]
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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