Social Studies 7 Course Outline 2014-2015

Canada Origins, Histories and Movement of Peoples

Overview
Grade seven students will explore the origins, histories and movement of peoples who have
forged the foundations of Canadian Confederation. Students will examine how political,
demographic, economic and social changes that have occurred since confederation have
influenced ways in which contemporary Canada has evolved.
Topic 1: Toward Confederation
Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the distinct roles of and the
relationships among the Aboriginal, French and British peoples in forging in the foundations of
Canadian Confederation.
Topic 2: Following Confederation The Canadian Expansion
Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of how the political, demographic,
economic and social changes that have occurred since confederation have presented challenges
and opportunities for individuals and communities.
Unit One
The People Involved and Their Relationship
Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the distinct roles of, and the
relationships among, the Aboriginal, French and British peoples in forging the foundations of
Canadian Confederation.
Students will become familiar with the different groups of people that made up what is
now Canada before confederation.
o First Nations people
Mikmaq, Haudensaunee, Anishinabe, Inuit
o European Explorers
English, French
o First Meetings / Fur Trade

Text: Our Canada - Chapters 1 4



Unit Two
Steps towards Confederation
Students will explore the steps leading up to the confederation of Canada.
o The battle for control in North America between France and Britain.
The 7 Years War.
Acadia
o The Royal Proclamation (1763), The Quebec Act
o United States Independence
The Great Migration
o The War of 1812
o Moving Towards Democracy
o Union of Upper and Lower Canada (Durham Report)

Text: Our Canada Chapters 5 7

Unit Three
Confederation
Issues of Confederation
o Political deadlocks, rights, independence for regions (smaller maritime colonies),
risk of American annexation, western expansion, Trade challenges.
Key people
o John A. MacDonald, George-Etienne Cartier, George Brown, Etienne-Paschal
Tache.
The British North America Act

First Nations and Confederation

Text: Our Canada Chapter 8

Unit Four
Canada since Confederation
Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of how the political, demographic,
economic and social changes that have occurred since Confederation have presented challenges
and opportunities for individuals and communities.
Pushing West
National Policy
The CPR
The Numbered Treaties
Immigration and Migration
Red River Metis Louis Riel
Urbanization and Technology

Text: Our Canada Chapters 9 10

Materials:
Textbook
One three ring binder
Pencil, pen and eraser
All other materials required for class will be announced to the students prior to that class.

Attendance:
Just because you werent in class doesnt mean that it didnt take place! Students are responsible
for making up any assignments, tests and or quizzes they miss due to an absence. Choose a
reliable friend to catch you up after your absence. If you are planning on being away for an
extended period of time please let me know so I am able to prepare a package for you to work on
during your absence.









Explanation of Marks:

Achievement Key:
4 Outstanding in Meeting Grade Level Expectations
3 Proficient in Meeting Grade Level Expectations
2 Adequate in Meeting Grade Level Expectations
1 Not Yet Meeting Grade Level Expectations
NA Not applicable
** Exceeds Grade Level Expectations