Social Studies 5
PA5.1
Describe Canada's political evolution.
Indicators for this outcome
| (a) |
Investigate the territorial evolution of Canada from 1608-1867, and from 1867 to the current era. |
| (b) |
Differentiate between the status of a province and a territory in the Canadian confederation. |
| (c) |
Identify on a map each province and territory, indicate the year each joined Confederation, and investigate the circumstances and reasons for joining in the united Canada. |
| (d) |
Explain the purpose of a constitution, and describe the importance of the British North America Act of 1867 and the Constitution Act and Charter of Rights and Freedoms of 1982. |
| (e) |
Explain the push-pull factors that motivated various cultural groups immigrating to Canada during the 18th and 19th centuries (e.g., building of the railway, fleeing famine or religious oppression, gold rushes). |
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R015670
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 5: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students will continue their exploration of rules and societal order to the workings of the various governing systems in Canada, including First Nations and Métis governance and those patterned on the Westminster parliamentary systems. Students will extend their understanding of the impact of the differing levels of government and develop a greater understanding of the nature of the treaty relationships between the First Nations and Canada's federal government. Finally, students will examine ...
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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R036684
Gabriel Dumont
Gabriel Dumont was born in 1837 to mixed parentage. Dumont lived the way of the Métis, moving throughout the west and hunting buffalo. When he became head of the buffalo hunt, the buffalo herds were dwindling. Dumont called upon Louis Riel to speak on behalf of the Métis. After being ignored by the federal government, the Métis took up arms and were eventually defeated. Dumont fled to the United States where he became part of the Buffalo Bill's Wild West show. In 1893, Gabriel returned to Bat...
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$5.95
Record posted/updated:
January 17, 2019
R100650
Saskatchewan Social Studies 5. Student Text
Saskatchewan Social Studies 5 has been custom published for Saskatchewan and has been developed by a team of Saskatchewan teachers. At the beginning of each unit, the Essential Question box sets the focus for the unit. The textbook provides opportunities for hands-on learning and engages students with My Story, Closer Look, Making a Difference and Looking Back activities.
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Saskatchewan Social Studies 5. Teacher Resource with DVD
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$85.31
Record posted/updated:
August 15, 2020
R006438
The Métis in Canada
This short film highlights Métis traditions, culture and key figures and events in Métis history, including Louis Riel and the North-West Resistance of 1885. A teacher's guide to accompany the video is available on the distributor's website.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$149.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R021565
Community Ties
The Community Ties kit is part of the Take Action for Reconciliation series that introduces students to Indigenous cultures, perspectives and worldviews to promote the principles of reconciliation. The kit is composed of multiple copies of a student book and a teacher's guide that contains suggestions for enrichment and cross-curricular activities. The student books contain stories about Indigenous communities in Canada, highlighting the importance of strong families and communities.
Media and Formats :
Kit
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
$385.00 (16-pack)
Record posted/updated:
November 6, 2019
R047972
Under One Sun Grade 5. Complete Classroom Set
This set includes six copies each of six pamphlets and one print teacher's resource. The reading levels range from Q-V. The topics include land claims, the Indian Act, treaty symbols, shattering stereotypes and our connection to the Earth.
Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 10, 2022