Canada & World Studies
Canada & World Studies Curriculum
The C&WS program area offers a range of compulsory and optional courses to our students. Politics (Civics), Geography, History, Economics & Law are all areas of study that bring the world to our students.
The curriculum recognizes that today, and in the future, students need to be critically literate in order to gather information, make informed decisions, communicate effectively and thrive in an ever-changing global community. Students are connected to the curriculum - they see themselves in what is taught, how it is taught and how it applies to the world we live in.
Canada & World Studies helps all learners develop the knowledge, skills and perspectives they need to be informed, productive, caring, responsible, healthy and active citizens in their own communities and in the world.
We offer a range of courses that can bring academic success in 21st Century classrooms which enables our students to be effective global citizens.
Economics
These courses provide students with a fundamental understanding of economics in their day-to-day lives, throughout Canada, and around the world. Students will develop skills to help them manage personal economic choices and understand global economic issues.
Geography
Courses allow students to build an understanding of the physical world. Students learn about geography as it relates to our human impacts, weather and ecosystems, sustainability, spatial technology (GPS), and resource management. These courses teach students about how geographical issues impact Canada and other countries around the world.
History
History courses teach students about how the past has shaped the future of Canada and the world. Students examine social, political, economic developments in Canada and around the world since World War I, including First Nation, Metis, and Inuit communities. American History and World History Before the 15th Century provide a worldly perspective.
Law
Students build an understanding of Canadian and international laws, rights, and legal issues. Students will learn about the guiding principles of law and how they impact their daily lives. They will learn how these laws are developed, applied, and practiced. They will also build a fundamental understanding of their rights and freedoms as Canadians and global citizens. Legal Studies provides preparatory learning for students looking to pursue a career in law.
Politics (Civics)
Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the Canadian political system and other governing systems around the world. They will explore the development and responsibilities of local, national, and global governing bodies. Students will learn about their rights and responsibilities as Canadians and citizens of the world. These courses also help students to understand the impacts that political systems have on our world.
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