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Alberta Joins Confederation

Create a persuasive letter or oral statement, arguing from the position of an assigned group, to convince others that Alberta should join or not join Confederation.


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Title:

Historical Maps of Canada. Destination: The Past

Host:

Canadian Geographic Enterprises
Description:

This website contains historical maps of Canada.
Navigation Tips:

Click on the year in the timeline at the top of the page to view map of Canada in that time period and to read corresponding text.
URL:

http://web.ncf.ca/ex591/CG/1825.html

 

Title: Alberta: Home, Home on the Plains
Host: Heritage Community Foundation (Now archived by the University of Alberta)
Description: This website contains information about Alberta's roots.
Navigation Tips: Click on Land of Opportunity, Settlement History or Rural Life in the left-hand-side menu or within the text to access information.
URL: http://www.abheritage.ca/pasttopresent/index.html

 

Title: Canadian Confederation
Host: Library and Archives Canada
Description: The website presents information about the story of Confederation through historical documents, photographs, cartoons and maps. The site looks at people, places and events.
Navigation Tips: Click on the headings in the left-hand-side menu to access information.
URL: http://www.collectionscanada.ca/confederation/index-e.html

 

Title: Confederation for Kids
Host: Library and Archives Canada
Description: This website is designed for students nine to thirteen years old and contains information about how Canada came to be a country. A gallery of Historical photos, a glossary and lessons are provided for teachers.
Navigation Tips: Scroll down to access the links to navigate the site or click on links on the left-hand side menu.
URL: http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/confederation/kids/index-e.html
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