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Canada Heirloom Series - A seven-volume study of Canada's history and culture including photos, articles, and essays.
The 100 Great Events in Canadian History - Draws attention to 100 events in Canadian history that most affected the nation and its people.
British Columbia Archives Time Machine - A virtual tour of Canadian history. Includes exhibits for kingergarten students through high school seniors.
Empire of the Bay - The story of the merchants and explorers who settled Canada. From PBS.
Celebrating Women's Achievements - Tells about the lives and achievements of Canadian women who have made outstanding contributions to society.
Arctic Dawn -- The Journeys of Samuel Hearne - An 18th-century explorer writes about his experiences with the native peoples who inhabited what is now Canada.
Becoming Canadian: Pioneer Sikhs in their own Words - Reveals the experiences of early Sikhs in Canada and discusses their transformation from "immigrants" to "Canadians."
Heroes of Lore and Yore - An introduction to a few of the men and women who made Canada great. In English and French.
Our Canadian Girl - Follow the adventures of these fictional characters who prove Canadian history isnt boring.
Canadian Confederation - Explores Canada's role in the American Civil War as well as the war's impact on Canadian confederation. Includes timeline and a collection of little-known stories.
The Canadian West - Gives an overview of the Northwest Passage, fur trade, scientific expeditions, and culture of the 1800s from the National Archives of Canada.
Canadian Geographical Names - Offers background information on the names of Canada's provinces, territories, capital cities, and national parks.
Famous Canadians - Webquest created for fifth and sixth grade students.
The Cariboo Gold Rush - Provides overview of the gold rush, along with detailed information on related topics. Includes folk songs and interactive games.
The Gold Rush Town of Yale - A virtual tour of this 1850s town, a look at its people, and a special collection of activities for kids.
Hudson's Bay at Fort Victoria - Documents pioneer life at Fort Victoria and includes a collection of medical instruments of Dr. Helmcken, pioneer doctor
Point Ellice Collection of Household Victoriana - Learn about daily life in the Victorian Era through this virtual tour.
Teaching, Learning and Farming at Craigflower Farm - In 1852, Scottish immigrants built Craigflower farm and schoolhouse under the Hudson's Bay Company. This interactive site provides a virtual tour of the self-sufficient farm, as well as an introduction to school and farm life.
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