About the Team

The Canadian Studies Program’s objective is to promote the study of Canada and to increase Canadians' understanding of its history and democratic institutions by:

1. Ensuring the availability and accessibility of new quality learning materials and activities for use by Canadians;
2. Promoting the development of knowledge on current trends and public policy related to learning about Canada.

The Program supports the development of learning materials and activities that address the following strategic themes. The five strategic themes were established through research undertaken to assess gaps in the availability of teaching media in Canadian history and civics.

• Governance and Citizenship
  Helps Canadians gain a greater understanding of the processes and institutions involved in Canadian democracy and encourages greater civic participation and engagement.
• Canada’s Official Languages
  Encourages the development of innovative and quality learning materials to help Canadians understand the evolution and place of official languages and official-language minority communities within Canada.
• Diversity and Multiculturalism in Canada
  Facilitates a greater understanding of, and respect for, cultural differences and diversity in Canada.
• Aboriginal Studies
  Helps Canadians gain a greater understanding and knowledge of Canada’s First Nations, Métis and Inuit.
• Canadian History Interpretation Skills
  Encourages the development of innovative approaches that help students and learners develop critical skills in interpreting our history and society.

If you have any questions about the Canadian Studies Program, please contact us.