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Geography matters more than ever

Canadian Geographic Education provides learning resources to help improve students’ understanding of the world they live in. Geographically literate students are better prepared to face global challenges and have the skills necessary to become effective change agents. Use these resources to inspire curiosity and exploration in your classroom!

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The Cross-Canada Virtual Road Trip is a road trip like no other!

This program is free to all Canadian teachers and students in Grades 3-8 and features live virtual field trips to 10 different Parks Canada sites that stretch from coast to coast to coast. Find out how your class can participate in the live events, access a hands-on lesson plan, explore a visually stunning Google Earth Voyager Story, and learn more about Can Geo Education’s classroom contest offering cash prizes!
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Tools for engaged learning

From Giant Floor Maps and hands-on activities to augmented-reality experiences and citizen science projects, Can Geo Education has an unparalleled selection of free educational resources to engage students and help them learn about the world they live in!

All Resources Teacher Guides Lesson Plans Giant Floor Maps Videos Infographics Maps & Activities Interactives Programs

Arctic Wildlife

Arctic winters are long and intense, with average temperatures falling below -30℃, and include frequent storms and near 24-hour darkness. To survive in this extreme environment, animals must have special skills and adaptations. Meet some of the amazing creatures that inhabit Canada’s polar region with our Arctic Wildlife StoryMap!

Learn about Arctic wildlife!

Immigration and citizenship

Canada has a long history of immigration. Since 1867, more than 17 million immigrants have come to call Canada home. Today, immigration is the main driving force for Canada’s population growth. Discover our newest infographic and lesson plan about the history of immigration and citizenship in Canada.

Discover Canada's immigration story!

Unearthing ancient creatures

Canada is known for having an abundance of fossils because of its rich geological history that dates back over 500 million years. Many dinosaur fossils have been found in Canada because of the efforts of palaeontologists and other scientists who have been working to discover and study these fossils for many years. Palaeontology is a fascinating field that helps us understand the history of life on Earth.

Dig up some cool facts about fossils!

Why we explore space

Check out our newest #ExploreCan StoryMap about how exploring the cosmos enhances our lives here on Earth and helps us learn more about our planet and ourselves. From satellites to human spaceflight, our drive to explore has led to numerous discoveries and innovations.

Explore the cosmos!

Species at Risk in Canada

Canada’s natural landscapes are rich in biodiversity. Tens of thousands of plant and animal species thrive in Canada’s diverse ecosystems. However, much of Canada’s biodiversity is under threat and in decline. This StoryMap highlights important scientific terms and legislation designed to protect wildlife and their natural habitats and provides tips on how to take positive action to ensure species and natural spaces remain safe and intact.

Read about biodiversity conservation!

The Citizenship Act

How does the Canadian Citizenship Act influence multiculturalism in Canada? The latest addition to our collection of Commemorate Canada lesson plans defines and explores the Canadian Citizenship Act. Students will ask questions and learn about the process of becoming a Canadian citizen.

Learn about citizenship!

Learn more about Indigenous history, cultures, and perspectives!

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#ExploreCan

#ExploreCan is a program created by Canadian Geographic Education in partnership with Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants and Heritage Canada. There are learning resources and recorded virtual talks available for K-12 Canadian educators. Themes focus on treaties in Canada, science, environmental stewardship, and more, with a larger focus on truth and reconciliation woven throughout the entire program.

Paths to Reconciliation

This website features an interactive map that charts residential schools not recognized by the federal government’s Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement as well as unmarked burial sites associated with residential schools. It includes links to a series of firsthand accounts and related original-source materials from survivors and family members of survivors of these schools, as well as a film, a feature story in Canadian Geographic, a poster map, educational resources, and more.

Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada

One of the biggest and most important projects that the Society has undertaken to-date is the Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada. Recognizing that the stories were not ours to tell, the RCGS, Canadian Geographic, and Can Geo Education collaborated with a number of Indigenous and ally organizations and educators from across Canada to create this extraordinary atlas and its accompanying educational materials.
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